A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2681 Darwin likely had a day off from work and went shopping with Serenity. She carried a small green bag with clothes, probably from a local brand.

Contrastingly, Serenity's previous wardrobe comprised garments easily worth thousands, affording her the freedom to indulge.

Now, they probably needed a month's savings to afford items priced in the hundreds.

Leonel perceived their situation as pitiable.

AngelasLibrary Curiously, Darwin and Serenity displayed contentment rather than sorrow, much to Leonel’s disdain. He scoffed at the irony of two individuals, who were never meant to be, still finding themselves together.

Regrettably, there was no prospect for reconciliation between Leonel and Alexis.

Leonel pondered.

His conjecture centered on the notion that Darwin and Serenity, having lost everything, found solace in each other's company.

People who lost everything tended to harbor less hatred, and surviving on what little they had became their only recourse.

As Leonel drove away, Darwin and Serenity coincidentally crossed his path, catching a glimpse of him.

Darwin's expression tightened.

Clutching the fabric of her attire, Serenity regarded Leonel with a desire to speak but hesitated upon reflection. Suffering from a leg injury, Serenity struggled with her gait. Her husband, Darwin, faced challenges in altering their financial circumstances. However, Leonel, the man Serenity once ardently loved retained his charismatic allure.

An overwhelming sadness enveloped Serenity.

Observing her distress, Leonel sneered. He found satisfaction in her sorrow.

Leonel departed in his car.

Veiling her face, Serenity wept. She had acclimated to their current circumstances. Despite their financial constraints, Darwin treated her well, allocating most of his earnings to her well-being.

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Despite their infrequent intimacy, Darwin and Serenity earnestly endeavored to find happiness.

Leonel's presence alone easily shattered their fragile contentment.

A mere glance from him became unbearable for Serenity.

Stripped of her facade, Serenity, amidst tears, implored Darwin to revert to their former lives. His countenance betrayed a hint of internal. conflict.

After a pause, Darwin said softly, “If you hadn't visited Leonel’s place that night during my business trip, none of this would have occurred, Leonel and I would have still been good friends.” Alexis would have retained a significant place in Darwin's heart.

If Darwin didn't see Alexis, he would likely forget that he ever had thoughts about her.

ALL would have been well.

Chapter 2682 The root cause of all their tragedies was Serenity’s excessive greed.

Now, she sought a return to their former lives, posing the question to Darwin.

Deep down, Darwin wished to inquire about the possibility of resurrecting his deceased mother.

Darwin suspected that Leonel was seeking revenge on them. Struggling himself, Darwin believed Leonel appeared to revel in humiliating him.

Darwin reconciled with the situation. In reality, he grew weary of the pretense in his relationship with Serenity.

Darwin chose not to abandon Serenity, yet he shed the pretense. Apart from work, he indulged in excessive drinking and encounters with lower-end escorts due to his modest income. The majority of these encounters cost him little, leaving him reeking of cheap perfume upon his return.

Serenity was well aware of the situation, yet she lacked the means to navigate through life on her own.

She endured it silently, never engaging in quarrels.

Darwin concluded that genuine love was absent in their relationship.

Thus, he ventured into excess. At times, he would remain absent for consecutive nights.

Bearing a wound, Leonel returned to Alexis’ apartment.

() His visit aimed to ascertain whether she had returned.

The surroundings remained unchanged.

Her absence persisted.

Seated in solitude in the dimly lit living room, Leonel exuded loneliness. Unable to endure the isolation any longer, he resolved to prepare a meal.

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art of preparing meals suitable for his daughter.

Having been away for a while, the apartment was sparsely stocked.

Intent on replenishing supplies, he headed to the supermarket.

Unanticipated was the encounter with Alexis at the supermarket.

In the fruit section where they had walked together, Alexis remained in her professional suit, half-squatting to pick up a piece of fruit.

The tight fabric showcased her body in a highly alluring manner.

He noticed her waist retained its slender form post-delivery.

A graceful elongation characterized the line of her legs as she stooped.

Admirably beautiful were her calves, and the morning saw his suit pants brushing against her delicate stockings.

Chapter 2683 Navigating a shopping cart, Leonel positioned himself behind her.

Upon straightening, Alexis caught sight of Leonel.

It had been a considerable time since their last encounter. Their interaction had been limited to sporadic messages from Leonel.

Alexis fixed her gaze on his countenance.

Disregarding the injury, Leonel lightly traced his face with his hand.

“Dad delivered a blow to my face,” he uttered with apparent indifference.

Intuitively, Alexis sensed it.

With a subtle nod, she traversed past him, assuming the demeanor of a casual acquaintance.

Intercepting her, Leonel seized her arm.

Turning his head, he whispered, “I don't think you'll forget. I can't believe you'll forget the days we spent together and the times we roamed around here. I also don't believe that Calvin can completely take my place.” AngelasLibrary Lowering her head, Alexis replied softly, “Life must go on.” Despite his scrutiny, she delicately extricated his hand. “There are people here. I can't afford to lose my composure.” Having expressed herself, she departed.

Eventually, he pivoted and called out louder, “I'll be at the

her retreating figure,

he headed to the checkout counter to pay. While waiting in line, he noticed Calvin, and to his surprise, Alexis was standing

glanced at her, smiled softly and then picked up two boxes of condoms from the

fixed his gaze on

he pushed

his selections, he fled without

fruits remained neglected in

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

their

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of guilt. While desiring proximity to Leonel, she hesitated to instill hope or become entangled

as somewhat unscrupulous seemed

being overly

still not too late

against the back of the 2 chair, Calvin pulled out a cigarette

rarely smoked, he couldn't help but consider

extinguished the cigarette for him. Turning to her, Calvin, after a prolonged silence, extracted an invitation card from the console. Placing it gently in her hand, he remarked, “Don't procrastinate any Longer.” Gazing at the invitation card,

three years, the sensation of

avoided dwelling

had likely grown between them, the necessity of proximity and intimacy with Leonel for the sake of Evelyn

An awkwardness engulfed

the invitation card away, she uttered softly, “Let's head home.” Calvin maintained

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reaching the villa, it was already seven in the evening. Evelyn had

afterward, he

lay curled around

head drooping and one eye barely ajar, the dog

believed the canine displayed intelligence comparable

in attention, cradled the dog while drowsiness enveloped her.

lovingly tucked her

Evelyn's eyes fluttered open, and she inquired softly, “Where is Mr. Douglas? Why isn't he

pause, Calvin comprehended

inquiries were likely inherent in the father-daughter

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

you?" Affectionate toward Calvin, Evelyn embraced him, whispering softly,

kissed Evelyn's forehead. “I know you do. Now, sleep tight.” Having pacified Evelyn, Calvin gently retrieved Ollie from her embrace. The dog lay on the pillow, fixating

his hand

depart, Calvin noticed Alexis standing by the door, possibly having been there for some

she took a

bore a striking

suggested, “If you were to have another child, Evelyn wouldn't feel as lonely.” In the event

sentiments, fearing it might sadden Alexis,

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Rising from her seat,

days later, at the 60th birthday celebration of a renowned celebrity in Duefron, numerous prominent figures graced

remained by her side, delegating

also attended the event.

three-year absence from

were taken aback by her return, especially in the company

Serenity made an appearance as

had donned her finest attire, an air of unease clung to her.

Despite applause from the audience,

class had always been known

welled up in her eyes, and

conversation, Darwin conversed with a wealthy

him out, but he was nowhere to be found. Initially present

stunning that

seldom witnessed Alexis in formal attire. However, on this occasion, she

champagne-colored, diamond-studded halter dress, she

exhibited a noticeable

of nearly every man in attendance, captivated

animosity stemming from their previous encounter, Leonel harbored resentment toward Alexis, particularly for her association

in the villa's garden, Leonel caught

this night, the moon shone brightly and

quietly in the villa's front

appeared that Calvin had some urgent matters to attend to

Calvin to his vehicle. Calvin opened the car door and leaned in to speak

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soft smile graced Alexis’ face in response. Calvin placed a kiss behind her ear in a gesture filled with a hint of desire. It was a sign

left after

gradually faded into

to return to the banquet hall. As she turned, her gaze unexpectedly

standing beneath

face and

out a

He simply watched Alexis and focused his

intention of lingering with Leonel. She attempted to

were halted when he firmly grasped her arm and pressed her against the rough bark of a tree. The coarse texture scraped against her delicate skin and caused mild discomfort. But, the secluded nature of their surroundings added a different, more stirring dimension to the

presence felt at the back of

kiss, but it never

and he used his free fingers

touch began softly, and then grew more intense

if he was attempting to rub the piece of

murmured in a soft voice, “Don’t waste your energy.” Leonel’ gaze lifted and met

deep gaze on her and his voice was rough

follow you so you

and I'm jealous and upset about this?" Ashamed

you realize what

even raspier than before, as he moved

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fierce reaction in

go this time, regardless of

entangled in a contentious battle over the custody of Evelyn. Despite their current animosity,

had been afflicted with a

was an emotional void, for which Alexis seemed to

stood before him, he saw her as the

a firm grip, escorted Alexis to his car amidst her struggles. He used one hand to restrain her and emotionlessly instructed the driver in the

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of Leonel’s villa to her own residence made the situation

a more private setting, like a hotel