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.

daze, Leonel lingered. Eventually, he pivoted and called out louder, “I'll be at the apartment. Will you join me?” Alexis

retreating figure,

items, he headed to the checkout counter to pay. While waiting in line, he noticed Calvin, and to

at her, smiled softly and then picked up

his

Hastily, he pushed his

selections, he fled without

and fruits remained neglected

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

to their place, sighing softly. “Why put yourself

cast her

proximity to Leonel, she hesitated to

as somewhat unscrupulous

being overly

Calvin whispered as they entered the car in the parking lot, “It's still not too late to

chair, Calvin pulled out a cigarette box from

he couldn't help but consider lighting one up at the

extracted an invitation card from the console. Placing it gently in her hand, he remarked, “Don't procrastinate any Longer.” Gazing at

three years, the sensation of being with Leonel had faded from her

she avoided dwelling on

the necessity of proximity and intimacy with

awkwardness engulfed

invitation card away, she uttered softly, “Let's

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it was already seven

joined Alexis for dinner, and afterward, he regaled Evelyn with bedtime

lay

its head drooping and one eye barely ajar, the dog appeared to be engrossed in the

displayed intelligence comparable

rapt in attention, cradled the dog while

tucked

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

2685 Following a brief pause, Calvin comprehended that

in the father-daughter dynamic, considering Evelyn was Leonel's

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

murmured, “He's occupied with work. Isn't it nice to have me here with you?" Affectionate toward Calvin, Evelyn embraced him, whispering softly, “I Like you better.” While Calvin offered

do. Now, sleep tight.” Having pacified Evelyn, Calvin gently retrieved Ollie from her embrace. The dog lay on the pillow, fixating

ran his hand

noticed Alexis standing by the

Approaching, she took a seat at the edge of the bed, delicately caressing Evelyn's

bore a striking

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

refrained from articulating these sentiments, fearing it might sadden Alexis, who had already faced considerable challenges

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from her seat,

a renowned celebrity in Duefron, numerous prominent figures

indisposition, Waylen remained by

Calvin, Alexis also attended

from Duefron, her legend

especially in the company of Calvin, suggesting a harmonious

made an appearance

air of unease clung

from

had always been known for their snobbish

Serenity finished playing, tears welled up in her

conversation, Darwin conversed

but he was nowhere to be found. Initially present in the hall, Leonel

appeared stunning that

in such gatherings, Leonel seldom witnessed Alexis in formal attire. However,

in a champagne-colored, diamond-studded halter dress, she radiated

childbirth, she exhibited a noticeable

drew the attention of nearly every man in

her association with Calvin. Nevertheless, when Alexis and Calvin departed together, Leonel

the villa's garden,

the moon shone brightly and stars twinkled sparsely in the

stood quietly in the villa's

some urgent matters to attend to which

his vehicle. Calvin opened the car

was

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her ear in a gesture

entered his car and left after

vehicle gradually faded

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

standing beneath the

that played across his face and lent it a mysterious and somewhat somber

a cigarette and

He simply watched Alexis and focused

with Leonel. She attempted

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

felt at

kiss,

hand held his cigarette and he used his free

touch began softly, and then

as if he was attempting

“Don’t waste

He fixed a deep gaze on her and his

going to follow you so you orchestrated the

want you and I'm jealous and upset about this?" Ashamed by his accusation, Alexis averted her

you realize what you're doing?” she

aware,” he responded. His voice even raspier than before, as he

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fierce reaction in Alexis,

not to let Alexis go this time, regardless of their chaotic

of Evelyn. Despite their current animosity, one undeniable

been

void, for which Alexis

saw her as the remedy to his

struggles. He used one hand to restrain her

Her intention had indeed been to have

the proximity of Leonel’s villa to her own residence

had envisioned a more private setting, like a hotel for their