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.

hospital director is no small feat.” Leonel offered a faint smile, relieving

of past favors! Have you visited Calvin?" Alexis

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

generous. I'd rather not see him for now,

seatbelt, she declared, “Drop me off at the grocery store. I'd like to make some pork rib soup.” Leonel expressed skepticism, turning his head with a quizzical

soup? And is it for Calvin?” Alexis muttered

we go grocery shopping together? I can handle the cooking later. I worry that if you

2454 Alexis chose to

when you were little. I find myself having to pamper and coax you. Even when you look tough, you're actually remarkably easy

minutes later, they reached the familiar grocery store from

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

special complementary services... Intriguing, isn't it?” Uttering these shameless remarks

spirit, yet she wasn't

In response, Leonel leaned in

as if

sea bass available!” Craving something spicy, Alexis skipped any pretense of

alongside him, their actions resembling those

charge

from time to time, he sought Alexis’ input, inquiring about her preferences

hour later, their cart brimmed with an

returning to the apartment, Alexis promptly discarded her high heels and stretched

drained! Leonel, I swear I'm not doing this again! It's more exhausting than a day in court!” Leonel rinsed the pork ribs and commenced

stowing them away meticulously. His familiarity suggested

washed an apple

another for cooking, but they

cooking, but it might impact my career. Can't have overly high expectations for a house husband, you know.” Following his words, he affectionately nuzzled his tall, straight

couldn't help but find

barely been at her place for a few days, and he was already

With that,

sofa, engrossed in TV and nibbling on the apple. Occasionally, her gaze drifted toward Leonel’s figure in the kitchen. Elegance and poise, coupled with

the pork rib soup,

out to deliver

handle it!" Alexis hesitated to impose on

had already donned

is in order, Alexis. I'm sincere about this.” Alexis

had passed did she finally express her

departure, the door closed softly, leaving

dinner spread was abundant, featuring a steamed sea bass,

bites before her mind wandered into

In truth, she believed she already was! It wasn't solely about

and could

wasn't replicable by

of irritation. She yearned for

as the slender stick rested between her fingers, she broke

still harbored affection for

and the divergent paths taken over

her to

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

all the leftovers Alexis left behind, proceeded to wash the dishes, and took out the trash. Alexis emerged from the study as he completed these tasks. The corners of her eyes displayed a hint of redness. She uttered softly, “Leonel, you needn't be overly kind to me. We

moment, he removed the cigarette from his

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 to be pampered.” Alexis considered mentioning that she was

a few months older than

spoke softly, “But what about all

were you? Leonel, curse you!” Her emotions

herself on being rational, but in that moment,

her attraction to Leonel became, the more she found herself fixating on

simply enveloped her in his arms, planting kisses on her hair and whispering softly, “I'm sorry, Alexis.

stray from

family for the entirety of my life, tending to your parents and siblings.”

soon pulled herself

you done so?” “Okay, just refrain from crying.” “I

enveloped her waist, drawing her closer. Subsequently, he kissed her rosy lips. Swaying and stumbling, they reached

brightly-lit room, under the grand crystal chandelier,

face, she rebuked, “You jerk! That's enough! Be cautious, or you'll exhaust yourself prematurely.” She lost count of how

harbored a desire for another round?! Leonel’s face

he partly undressed, the

my age entertain such thoughts daily.” Furthermore, in her presence, his

downstairs and dispose of the trash!” Leonel grinned amiably, standing to straighten his attire. Winking at her, he zipped up

face flushed against her