A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2601 It's filled with thoughts of Leonel, not you. She's carrying a child for Leonel. Are you still willing to shoulder responsibility for her? Are you out of your mind?” Darwin's admission came with a gulp. “l want to marry her again.” Just as Freddie was about to lose his temper, Diana succumbed to the emotional turmoil and fainted.

“Darwin, are you insane?” Amidst the chaos, Diana was rushed to the emergency room for urgent medical attention due to a cerebral hemorrhage requiring surgery.

Freddie's hands trembled as he signed the documents.

Unable to contain his frustration, he slapped Darwin once more. “If anything happens to your mom, stay away and never return. You don't even prioritize your parents over such a woman. What's the use of raising you?” “Dad, I am sorry.” Ignoring the red mark on his face, Darwin anxiously awaited outside the operating room, watching the door intently.

A grave message about Diana's critical condition reached Freddie, who struggled to sign it.

Weakened, Freddie found a bench to sit on, while Darwin, standing by the operating room door, stared into the distance, consumed by worry.

Serenity approached, cradling her waist, and attempted to address Freddie.

Before she could utter a word, Freddie, with red eyes, barked, “Leave! I don’t want to see you, and neither does Darwin's mother. Miss Flores, we may not be rigid traditionalists, but we decidedly reject your presence. As long as I'm alive, you won't step foot into the Larson residence again unless Darwin chooses you and returns overseas. But then, he won't be my son anymore.” Overwhelmed, Darwin couldn't help but call Freddie ‘Dad.

Freddie averted his gaze, unwilling to engage further.

Serenity, biting her lips, interjected, “Don’t blame him, Darwin. I might not have fully understood their perspective, but my commitment to you is genuine. I sincerely desire a life with you.” Serenity then appealed to Freddie, saying, “Can you give me a chance?” Freddie ignored her.

Darwin, turning his head, said in a hoarse voice, “You go back to the ward.” Serenity, eager to speak further, was cut off by Darwin's raised voice. “My mom is in critical condition. Are you still thinking about yourself?” Serenity was taken aback.

She had never anticipated that one day Darwin would speak to her in such a manner.

Chapter 2602 Hadn't he always been yielding to her? It wasn't she who caused his mother’s operation; it was Diana's agitation. Serenity hadn't let her own disability weigh too heavily on her, but Diana was too fragile. Diana could only blame herself for not being strong enough.

Wearing a forced smile, Serenity conceded, “Well then, I'll return to the ward first.” Darwin averted his gaze from Serenity.

Her eyes narrowed in response. Darwin was her last hope, and she remained determined not to give up on him.

As Serenity departed, Freddie couldn't withhold his remark. “Darwin, is this the woman you've sought?” Darwin remained silent.

Leaning against the wall, he silently gazed at the operating room door.

Four hours elapsed before the doctor emerged, removing his mask. “The surgery was successful, but she must avoid future stimulation. After two hours of observation, if all is well, we'll transfer her to the regular ward.” Freddie sighed in relief.

“Dad!” Darwin's hoarse voice appealed to Freddie.

Freddie sneered, “If you still consider me your father, end things with that woman. We can't accept someone like her. Darwin, you must choose between your parents and this woman.” Darwin yearned to respond, but Freddie dismissed him with a wave, indicating an end to the conversation.

Confirming Diana's stable condition, Darwin returned to Serenity’s ward.

He walked in and closed the door behind him.

Serenity, biting her lips, inquired, “Darwin, you're here to end things, aren't you?” A sudden urge for a cigarette overcame Darwin.

Leaning against the door, he spoke softly after a prolonged pause, “In a way. Serenity, the truth is, we never truly started a relationship, so breaking up isn't even applicable.” Serenity's expression gradually turned cold. After a brief silence, she uttered sharply, “Admit it, Darwin. The person you've always liked is Alexis, isn't it?” Darwin gazed silently at the woman before him.

Though an object of his pity, he had no love left for his ex-wife.

His feelings were laid bare in this moment.

Serenity said with a faint smile, “I've been aware for some time now.” She embraced him suddenly and whispered, “We could work together! You could give the child a legal identity. Once Leonel and Alexis grow weary of each other, you could pursue Alexis. Meanwhile, I, with this child, would be with Leonel. Isn't this plan mutually beneficial?"

Chapter 2603 Darwin's eyes lowered as he considered her words.

He felt a tug of temptation.

Yet, he couldn't bring himself to agree.

His earlier offer to remarry her was born from genuine concern and a desire to provide a home for the child. Now, he realized his offer might have been more about his own hopes. Serenity, it appeared, didn't need his pity. She had her own plans all along.

Overcome with a mix of emotions, Darwin suddenly pushed her away.

“I can’t be a part of such a scheme!” he declared.

Taken aback, Serenity retreated a step. After a moment, she laughed coldly and confronted him, “What's this? Do you dare claim you've never harbored any thoughts of being with Alexis? Why else would your parents have sought an alliance with the Fowler family?” Darwin's face tinged with embarrassment.

He couldn't deny Serenity’s accusations completely, but he felt he had been fair to her. He had treated her with respect throughout their marriage. He never strayed and even allowed her the freedom to follow her heart towards Leonel. Why then, he wondered, was she showing such animosity towards him now? Shaped by a life of privilege, Darwin struggled to understand.

The fact that his mother required surgery because of them and yet Serenity’s thoughts still lingered on Leonel, left him feeling weary.

It dawned on him that his years with her might have been a mistake.

Darwin said with a frosty detachment once his emotions settled, “That only happened after our divorce. Serenity, let's handle this the right way. As for remarrying, let's drop the idea.” This left Serenity visibly shocked.

turn her away now, especially after he promised to care for her forever when he took her hand? Why did he suddenly change? Confused and emotional, she asked him, “Darwin, are you abandoning me? What am I supposed to do now? And what about my baby?" Darwin's response was cold and unyielding. “The child's real father should take

quickly opened the door and stepped out, craving

Serenity was

behind. Such actions would have sparked concern for her

his mind. There was no need to entangle himself further with her, defy his parents, and... risk harming Alexis, the one who truly

back on the past years, Darwin understood he had been

opened his eyes to

who attended to Diana, recognized the sound of his son's footsteps as he made his way back. In a tone tinged with disappointment, he couldn't help but remark, “Decided to return?” Darwin approached and took the warm towel from his father’s

me do

Freddie's movements halted.

but considered Darwin's recent ordeals. He remembered he was his son and held back. “ALL your mother and I want is your happiness. It doesn’t matter if your partner comes from a simple background; her character and true feelings for you are what count.

I'm sorry. I've sorted things out with her, and I won't get involved with her again.” Freddie exhaled heavily and said, “I really hope you've grasped the kind of person she

back to the hospital, he was met by a nurse outside the patient's room. She was visibly worried as she said, “Mr. Larson? Miss Flores tried to commit suicide;

Visibly upset, Darwin shot back, “Who said the child is mine?” The nurse muttered, “Miss Flores told us. She insisted that the child was conceived out of your affection for each other.” Darwin tried to control his feelings and responded sharply, “There was no affection, only manipulations and lies. Do you get it? Leave me alone

so he lit a cigarette at the corridor’s end and smoked to calm himself, before heading back to

was resolved

returned to the hotel room

he entered. He turned towards Alexis, probably to

a smell on me. I'll take a shower. How about we grab some Japanese food later?

tenderly stroked his face. “It's all just mindless chatter. We're above such pettiness, aren't we Mr. Douglas? It was then that

you were at fault. However, the issue is between Darwin and Serenity. Why should I trouble myself with their

matters that don’t concern us.” She got ready for her shower

embrace. His hand gently held

felt that familiar sensation again! Her heart was

and fragile whenever she stood beside him, despite

he made her feel like a little girl, rather than the

down to kiss her hair and said softly, “Alexis, knowing you have been a joy.” “Just joy?” “No! More than joy!" Alexis rested her face in

a little doll. But I think you were a prettier doll. I should be the one helping you.” She

2606 Leonel watched her go

thoughts were reserved solely for Alexis,

was about to light his smoke, Leonel received a text from Darwin. “Serenity is struggling. She's hurting herself to get attention. Stay away from her or find a way to deal with it!” After a moment of reflection, Leonel texted back, “I'm not involved in this.” Darwin's laughter was tinged with disdain. “You

and was informed by the nurse that neither Mr. Larson nor Mr. Douglas would

tossed around like a plaything! Why did you even come into my life? Are you here just to ‘torment me?” The nurses quickly

wondered why everyone favored Alexis

in a sleek black dress that highlighted her tall, slender

leaned against the

over as he heard footsteps,

in such

he called her closer and gently touched her shoulder. “Put on something different.” She caught the scent

sounded low as he teased, “Getting a

memories of their intense

often assertive in bed. Occasionally forceful, but it was always filled with

the usually unfazed

keep your hands to

rough. “Why should I when there are so many places I could touch right now?” Alexis thought him utterly shameless! She tugged him along and insisted, “Come out with me for dinner! We hardly ever dine out. Your cooking is great, but we need a proper date once in a while!” Leonel responded with a

coming here annually, maybe for a week each time?” Leonel’s smile grew softer, even more so than the gentle

For him, home was wherever Alexis

of authentic Japanese dishes and later

they got back together, they hadn't really delved into what happened

Alexis felt a spark of

was open

funny stories. However, she carefully steered clear of any mention

gaze

was her excellence and the lack of major concerns in her life that made their time

thought about

and Alexis could

Despite the enchanting atmosphere,

her eyes and parted

as she said, “Leonel, is something the matter?” Leonel kissed the tip of her nose and muttered between each kiss, “Let's wait until

2608 Alexis leaned into him and

requests?” His tone suddenly became serious. “Do you lie awake at night thinking of it? Needing me to be there to mess with you? Alexis, is it comfortable being in my bed?” Alexis rolled her eyes at him and lay flat, her gaze fixed blankly on the ceiling. “Let's just go to sleep.” Clearly, he was quite the mischievous one! Despite Alexis’ wish to sleep, the man

She bit her lip and looked at him. “I've told you

wanted to dismiss her remark, but it

not one to beg