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.

out louder, “I'll be at the apartment. Will you join me?” Alexis hesitated briefly before

retreating figure,

After grabbing a few items, he headed to the checkout counter to pay. While waiting in

then picked up two boxes of

fixed his gaze on

pushed his cart to the opposite

selections, he fled without making

vegetables and fruits remained neglected

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

their place, sighing

cast her

Leonel, she hesitated to instill hope or become entangled

somewhat unscrupulous

resisted being overly

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

back of the 2 chair, Calvin pulled out a cigarette

he couldn't help but consider lighting one up

Turning to her, Calvin, after a prolonged silence, extracted an invitation card from the console. Placing it gently in

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

avoided dwelling on that

had likely grown between them, the necessity of proximity and intimacy

awkwardness engulfed

away, she uttered softly, “Let's

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was already seven in

afterward, he regaled Evelyn with

lay curled around Evelyn's

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

believed the canine displayed intelligence

in attention, cradled the

tucked

fluttered open, and she inquired softly,

2685 Following a brief pause, Calvin comprehended that

inquiries were likely inherent in the father-daughter dynamic, considering Evelyn

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

you?" Affectionate toward Calvin, Evelyn embraced

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

ran his hand

to depart, Calvin noticed Alexis standing by the

you hear all that?” Alexis nodded in acknowledgment. Approaching, she took a seat at the edge of the bed, delicately caressing

Evelyn bore a striking

you were to have another child, Evelyn wouldn't feel as lonely.” In the event of Calvin's passing, Alexis

it might sadden Alexis, who had already faced considerable

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silent. Rising from her seat, she nodded

a renowned celebrity in Duefron, numerous prominent figures graced

indisposition, Waylen remained by her side, delegating the attendance

also attended the event.

three-year absence from Duefron,

her return, especially in the company of Calvin, suggesting a harmonious

and Serenity made an

of unease clung to her. Taking the stage, she

applause from the audience, internal

class had always been

up in her eyes, and she instinctively glanced at

pleasant conversation, Darwin

company, Serenity sought him out, but he was nowhere to be found. Initially present in the hall, Leonel trailed

appeared stunning that

such gatherings, Leonel seldom witnessed Alexis in formal attire. However, on this occasion, she exuded a captivating

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

noticeable fullness in all the right

every step drew the attention of nearly every man in attendance, captivated by

from their previous encounter, Leonel harbored resentment toward Alexis, particularly for her association with Calvin. Nevertheless, when Alexis and Calvin departed together, Leonel

garden, Leonel caught sight of

this night, the moon shone brightly and

stood quietly in the

appeared that Calvin had some urgent matters to attend to

Calvin to his vehicle. Calvin opened the car door

was

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Calvin placed a kiss behind her ear in a

car and left after

gradually faded

for a moment before she decided to return to the banquet hall.

standing

played across his face and lent it a

pulled out a cigarette and lit

didn't smoke it. He simply

intention of lingering with

rough bark of a tree. The coarse texture scraped against her delicate skin and caused mild discomfort. But, the secluded nature of their surroundings

his presence felt

anticipated a kiss, but

cigarette and he used his free fingers to trace the spot

touch began softly, and then grew more intense and

if he was attempting to rub

point?” Alexis murmured in a soft voice, “Don’t waste your energy.” Leonel’

deep gaze on her

knew I was going to follow you

I still want you and I'm jealous and

realize what you're doing?”

responded. His voice even raspier than before, as he moved closer to her.

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reaction in

go this time, regardless of

their current

Leonel had been afflicted with a

emotional void, for which

she stood before him, he saw her

grip, escorted Alexis to his car amidst her struggles. He used one hand to

had indeed

the presence of the driver, and the proximity of Leonel’s

more private setting, like a hotel for their