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

retreating figure, Leonel

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

glanced at her, smiled softly and then picked up

fixed his gaze on

his breaths quickened. Hastily, he pushed

he fled without

fruits remained neglected in the

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

their place, sighing softly. “Why put yourself through this, Alexis?”

cast her

While desiring proximity to Leonel, she hesitated to instill hope

somewhat unscrupulous seemed

resisted being overly

still not too late to change your mind, you know,” Seated

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

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

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, Alexis drifted into

sensation of

she avoided dwelling

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

An awkwardness engulfed

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

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it was already seven in

he regaled Evelyn with bedtime stories

lay

drooping and one eye barely ajar, the dog

believed the canine displayed

in attention, cradled the dog while drowsiness enveloped

tucked

softly, “Where is Mr. Douglas? Why

Calvin comprehended that she

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

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

have me here with you?" Affectionate

tight.” Having pacified Evelyn, Calvin gently retrieved Ollie from

ran his hand

by the door, possibly

acknowledgment. Approaching, she took a seat at the

Evelyn bore a striking resemblance to

wouldn't feel as lonely.” In the

fearing it might sadden Alexis, who had already faced

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from her seat, she nodded

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

to Rena's indisposition, Waylen remained by her side, delegating

also attended

from Duefron, her legend

especially in

Serenity made an appearance as

attire, an air of unease clung to her. Taking the stage, she performed

Despite applause from

had always been known for their snobbish

up in her eyes, and she

pleasant conversation, Darwin conversed with

he was nowhere to be found. Initially present in the hall, Leonel trailed Alexis and

appeared stunning

in such gatherings, Leonel seldom witnessed Alexis in formal

diamond-studded halter dress, she radiated

she exhibited a noticeable fullness in all the right places.

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

toward Alexis, particularly for her association with Calvin. Nevertheless,

in the villa's garden, Leonel

moon shone brightly and stars twinkled

quietly in the villa's

matters to attend to which

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

was undoubtedly

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in a gesture filled with a hint

and left after their brief

vehicle gradually faded

decided to return to

standing beneath the

that played across his face and

pulled out a cigarette and

He simply

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

felt at the back

a kiss,

hand held his cigarette and he used his free fingers to trace the spot where Calvin had

softly, and then grew more intense

as if he was attempting to rub the piece of flesh

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

fixed a deep gaze on her and his voice was

follow you so

that I still want you and I'm jealous and

you realize what

raspier than before, as he moved closer to her. “I really want to

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declaration sparked a fierce reaction

was determined not to let Alexis go this time, regardless of their

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

had been

void, for which Alexis seemed

saw her as the remedy to

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

2688 Her intention had indeed been

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

more private setting, like a hotel for