A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2451 Leonel remained in good spirits. Regardless of her attempts to provoke him, anger eluded him.

Fatigue tinged Alexis’ demeanor.

She snuggled against him, her mind dwelling on Calvin's ailment, yet sleep eluded her.

“Concerned about Calvin?" Leonel’s voice resonated in the obscurity.

Alexis murmured her assent.

In moments like these, she found herself open to sharing with Leonel.

She delved into details about Calvin's situation, discussing his parents and recounting the past when she took him under her wing.

Alexis spoke in hushed tones, and Leonel absorbed her words in unwavering silence.

As she concluded, with his face nestled in her neck, he posed a quiet question.

“Alexis, if I hadn't left then, would you still have welcomed him into your life?” A faint smile graced Alexis’ lips.

“Absolutely! Although I would've had you handle most of it." Leonel’s voice lowered, its warmth accentuated.

“So, will you allow me to take care of it now?” Alexis remained silent for an extended period of time.

She responded casually, “Even if I accept your assistance, don't anticipate a permanent residence.” “Okay! I'll move out as we agreed.

But I bet you'll miss me, Alexis. You'll get addicted to having me around.” Alexis could barely endure continuing to listen.

Leonel projected an air of dignity outwardly, but in private, he was such a flirt! From the age of 20 onward, she bore the weight of life alone. Even during her most struggling time, dependence was a foreign concept.

His departure left her determined not to lean on anyone again.

Chapter 2452 Independence became her unwavering stance.

Yet he returned, uttering, “Alexis, let me handle it!" Alexis shut her eyes briefly. Alexis, you've always been pragmatic.

Why, when it comes to Leonel, does emotion sneak in? She thought in confusion.

A night of tenderness passed.

In the early morning, Alexis rose to freshen up. The toothpaste was neatly squeezed out, and the towel was carefully placed in its place.

A faint smile graced her lips. Leonel, the unexpected housekeeper, was doing quite a commendable job.

Beyond that, the toaster emitted a satisfying sound, accompanied by the aroma of perfectly toasted bread. Alexis completed her ablutions and stepped out.

Leonel sat at the dining table, clad in a snow-white shirt paired with gray trousers, presenting a neat and tidy appearance.

The morning feast consisted of a ham sandwich, a glass of milk, and a plate adorned with assorted fruits.

Alexis desired a cup of coffee, but Leonel forbade her from having ...

“Milk is all you're gonna get. Plus, I plan to break your smoking habit. Second-hand smoke isn't ideal either.” Alexis bit into the sandwich, her words muffled.

“Then why don't you quit smoking?” Leonel lifted his gaze, a touch of depth in his eyes.

“Do you want me to quit smoking?” Alexis remained silent. Convincing a man to quit smoking was a task for his wife.

At present, it wasn't her problem.

She continued to eat in silence, sipping her milk. Leonel maintained a fixed gaze. Suddenly, he remarked, “Last night, I quite enjoyed it!” In response, Alexis accidentally sprayed a mouthful of milk on his face.

A moment of hushed stillness followed.

Alexis managed a strained smile.

“Apologies, Mr. Douglas!” After a while, Leonel wiped his face with a napkin and remarked, “Sooner or later, I'll get even with you!”

Chapter 2453 Alexis opted not to engage in the banter.

Following breakfast, she headed to the law firm for a morning court session. The plan was to visit Calvin at the hospital once her Legal duties concluded.

Throughout the day, Leonel refrained from intruding on her space.

Upon departing the hospital, she encountered him conversing with the hospital director.

Choosing not to interrupt, she observed, from a distance beneath a tree, a solitary figure.

While conversing, Leonel periodically cast glances her way.

It was only after concluding the discussion that he approached her.

Alexis observed him.

“Impressive connection you have, Mr. Douglas.

no small feat.” Leonel offered a faint smile, relieving her of

of past favors!

as well?” Leonel opened the car door, gesturing for her to enter

see him for now,

her seatbelt, she declared, “Drop me off at the grocery store. I'd like to make some pork rib soup.” Leonel expressed

And is it

a brief pause, he suggested, “How about we go grocery shopping together? I can handle the cooking later. I worry that if you do it, Calvin might end up with an upset stomach.” “Do you think so poorly of my

Alexis chose

find myself having to pamper and coax you. Even when you look tough, you're

minutes later, they reached the familiar grocery store from

carried a distinct tone from their

not a fan of this brand of milk” “It's meant for two people. I'll take care of the steak, and the milk is for my consumption.” Following Leonel's statement, Alexis muttered under her breath, “You're moving out in a few days, right?” “Can't I still drop by often?” He

Intriguing, isn't it?” Uttering these shameless remarks audaciously, he drew laughter from

had a resilient spirit, yet she wasn't keen

no shame?” In response, Leonel leaned

as if everything had been

the fresh section and check if there's any sea bass available!” Craving something spicy,

resembling those of a newlywed couple selecting

charge of

he sought Alexis’ input, inquiring about her preferences for fruits and

cart brimmed with

her high heels and stretched

more exhausting than a day in court!”

items, stowing them away meticulously. His familiarity suggested

tasks, he washed an apple for

employ two house maids-one for cleaning and another for cooking, but

cooking, but it might impact my career. Can't have overly high expectations for a

couldn't help but

barely been at her place for a few days, and he was already discussing marriage? Biting into the apple, she remarked,

grow addicted to me!” With that, he immersed himself in the

TV and nibbling on the apple. Occasionally, her gaze drifted toward Leonel’s figure in the kitchen. Elegance and poise, coupled with culinary skills-not a bad combination! Were it not for his murky past, he would genuinely embody the qualities of

soup, Leonel prepared a meal

out to deliver the soup

Alexis hesitated to

already

the car keys, he uttered gently, “When pursuing someone, a bit of sincerity is in order, Alexis. I'm sincere about this.” Alexis intended to

time had passed did she finally

Leonel’s departure, the door closed softly, leaving Alexis alone at the dining

steamed sea bass, some

few bites before her mind wandered

believed she already was!

desires and could fulfill her

wasn't replicable by just

irritation.

between her fingers, she

whether she still harbored affection

spent apart, and the divergent paths taken over eight years, she believed her heart remained

return prompted her

window, Alexis stood, vigorously rubbing her face while muttering, “Ensnared by desire! Shame on you, Alexis!” Upon

and took out the trash. Alexis emerged from the study as he completed these tasks. The corners of her eyes displayed

smoke outside. In that moment, he removed the cigarette from his

extending his hand to gently stroke her head. He then said softly, “Alexis, you don't have to be strong all the

just like Olivia and Elva, you deserve

months older than you! It's my duty to look

spoke softly,

2457 Where were you? Leonel,

but in that moment,

the more she found herself

kisses on her hair

stray from your

for the entirety of my life, tending to your parents and

soon pulled

heading downstairs to dispose of the trash? Why haven't you done so?” “Okay,

a dog?” Nonetheless, he enveloped her waist, drawing her closer. Subsequently, he kissed her rosy lips. Swaying and stumbling, they

under the grand crystal

you'll exhaust yourself prematurely.” She lost count of how many times they

desire for another round?! Leonel’s face bore

Alexis unwilling and he partly undressed,

'm merely 28! Men my age entertain such thoughts daily.” Furthermore, in her presence, his self-control

him, saying, “Head downstairs and dispose of the trash!” Leonel grinned amiably, standing to

face flushed