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.

with that hospital director is no small feat.”

past favors! Have you visited Calvin?" Alexis

him as well?” Leonel opened the car door, gesturing for her to enter and shielding her from the elements. However, his words

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

off at the grocery store. I'd like to make some pork rib soup.” Leonel

making soup? And is it for Calvin?”

suggested, “How about we go grocery shopping together? I can handle the cooking later. I worry that if you do it, Calvin might end

2454 Alexis chose to disregard

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

minutes later, they reached the familiar grocery

them carried a distinct tone from their

it all. Besides, I'm clueless about cooking the steak! And I'm 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

services... Intriguing, isn't it?” Uttering

wasn't keen on providing a

you have no shame?” In response, Leonel leaned in and

proceeded as if everything had

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

resembling those of a newlywed couple selecting

took charge

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

2455 “I'm 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 the

he organized the purchased items, stowing them away

his tasks, he washed an

for cleaning and another for cooking, but they don't have to be

Can't have overly high expectations for a

but find him

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

mentioned it before-you'll grow addicted to me!” With that, he immersed himself in the kitchen

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

soup, Leonel prepared a

he headed out to deliver the soup

handle it!" Alexis hesitated to impose on

had already donned

uttered gently, “When pursuing someone, a bit of sincerity is in order, Alexis. I'm sincere about this.” Alexis intended to offer some perfunctory responses, but words

of time had passed did she

softly, leaving Alexis

steamed sea bass,

before her

already was! It wasn't solely about

understood her desires and could fulfill her

replicable by

of irritation. She yearned

between her fingers, she

still

they spent apart, and the divergent paths taken over eight years, she

her to

while muttering, “Ensnared

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 are..."

removed the cigarette from his lips and asked gently,

He then said softly, “Alexis, you don't have to be strong all

just like Olivia and Elva, you deserve to be pampered.”

kissed her and added, “Plus, I'm a few months older than

she spoke softly,

Leonel, curse

but in that moment,

to Leonel became, the more she found herself fixating

his arms, planting kisses on her hair and whispering

stray from your

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

pulled

downstairs to dispose of the trash? Why haven't you done so?” “Okay, just refrain from crying.” “I wasn't crying!” Leonel smiled tenderly, playfully nipping at her beautiful, straight

closer. Subsequently, he kissed her rosy lips. Swaying and stumbling, they reached the sofa, where he

the

exhaust yourself prematurely.”

Leonel’s face bore a noticeable flush, signifying his

unwilling and he partly undressed, the ambiance

he whispered, “Miss Fowler, 'm merely 28! Men my age entertain such thoughts daily.” Furthermore, in her presence,

2458 Alexis playfully kicked him, saying, “Head downstairs and dispose of the trash!” Leonel grinned amiably, standing to straighten his attire. Winking

flushed against