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.

a daze, Leonel lingered. Eventually, he pivoted and called out louder, “I'll be

figure, Leonel

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

and then picked up two boxes of condoms

fixed his gaze on

he pushed

selections, he fled

vegetables and fruits remained

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

of condoms to their place, sighing softly. “Why put yourself through this,

Alexis cast her gaze

to Leonel, she hesitated

somewhat unscrupulous seemed

resisted being overly

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

the 2 chair, Calvin

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

card from the console. Placing it gently in her

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

avoided dwelling

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

An awkwardness

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

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villa, it was already seven in the

for dinner, and afterward, he regaled Evelyn with bedtime stories

companion, lay

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

canine displayed intelligence comparable

in attention, cradled the dog

lovingly tucked

Evelyn's eyes fluttered open, and she inquired softly, “Where is Mr. Douglas?

Following a brief pause, Calvin comprehended

inquiries were likely inherent in the father-daughter

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

“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

down, he gently 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 its dark eyes on Evelyn, evidently

ran his hand

he rose to depart, Calvin noticed Alexis standing by the

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

bore a striking resemblance to

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

articulating these sentiments, fearing it might sadden Alexis, who had

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from

days later, at the 60th birthday celebration of a

Waylen remained by her

Calvin, Alexis also attended the event.

absence from Duefron, her

in the company of Calvin, suggesting a harmonious

Serenity made an appearance as

attire, an air of unease clung to

applause from the audience, internal disdain

been

welled up in her eyes, and she instinctively

Darwin conversed with a

he was nowhere to be found. Initially present in the

stunning that

seldom witnessed Alexis in formal

in a champagne-colored, diamond-studded

exhibited a noticeable fullness

drew the attention of nearly every man in

particularly for her association with Calvin. Nevertheless, when Alexis and Calvin departed together, Leonel found himself compelled

in the villa's garden, Leonel caught sight

brightly and stars twinkled sparsely in the

quietly in the villa's front

had some urgent matters to

the car door and

was

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kiss behind her ear in a gesture filled with a hint of

left after their brief

black vehicle gradually faded

moment before she decided to return to the banquet hall. As she turned, her gaze unexpectedly met

was standing

shadows that played across his face and lent it

pulled out a

smoke it. He simply watched Alexis and focused his attention

no intention of lingering with Leonel. She attempted to

of a tree. The coarse texture scraped against her delicate

felt at the

a kiss,

cigarette and he used his free fingers to trace the spot where

touch began softly, and then

increasingly forceful as if he was attempting

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

a deep gaze on her and his voice

follow you

to prove that I still want you and I'm jealous and upset about this?" Ashamed

you realize what

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

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a fierce reaction in

not to let Alexis go this time, regardless

Despite their current animosity, one undeniable truth remained — He still had feelings for

been afflicted with a metaphorical

for which Alexis seemed to

stood before him, he saw her as the remedy

to his car amidst her struggles. He used one hand to

intention had indeed been to have sex

Leonel’s villa to

had envisioned a more private setting, like a hotel