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.

pivoted and called out louder, “I'll be

her retreating figure, Leonel swallowed

the mood for shopping. After grabbing a few items, he headed to the checkout counter to pay. While waiting in line, he noticed Calvin, and to his surprise, Alexis was standing

smiled softly and then picked up two boxes of condoms from

his

Hastily, he pushed his cart to the

he fled

vegetables and fruits remained neglected in the

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

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

2684 Alexis cast her gaze

Leonel, she hesitated to instill hope or

as somewhat unscrupulous

resisted being

too late to

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

but consider lighting one up at

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.”

sensation of being with Leonel had faded from her

she avoided dwelling on

them, the necessity of proximity and intimacy with Leonel for the sake

awkwardness

uttered

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the villa, it was already seven

afterward, he regaled Evelyn with bedtime stories

canine companion, lay curled around

its head drooping and one eye barely ajar, the

displayed

rapt in attention, cradled the dog

tucked her into

eyes fluttered open, and she inquired softly, “Where is

brief pause, Calvin comprehended that she referred to

inherent in the father-daughter dynamic,

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

Calvin 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

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

ran his hand over Ollies

by the door, possibly having been there for some

acknowledgment. Approaching, she took a seat at the edge of the

a striking resemblance to

to have another child, Evelyn wouldn't feel

sadden

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from her seat, she

birthday celebration of a renowned

to Rena's indisposition, Waylen remained by her

also attended the event.

three-year absence from Duefron, her

by her return, especially in the company

made an appearance as

unease clung to her. Taking the stage,

2686 Despite applause from the

had always been known for their snobbish

Serenity finished playing, tears welled up in her eyes, and she instinctively glanced at

conversation, Darwin conversed

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

stunning

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

in a champagne-colored, diamond-studded halter

owing to childbirth, she exhibited a noticeable fullness in

of nearly every man

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

the villa's garden, Leonel caught sight of

moon shone brightly and stars twinkled sparsely in the

quietly in

to attend to

the car door and leaned

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in a gesture filled with a hint of desire. It

left after their

gradually faded

she decided to return to the banquet hall. As she turned, her

was standing beneath

face and lent it a mysterious and

out a cigarette and

he didn't smoke it. He simply watched Alexis

of lingering with Leonel.

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

leaned in close, his presence felt at the back of her

kiss,

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

softly, and then grew more intense

grew increasingly forceful as if he was attempting to rub

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

a deep gaze on her and his voice was

to follow you so you

aim? You wanted to prove that I still want you and I'm jealous and upset about this?" Ashamed by his

what you're doing?” she

than before, as he moved

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a fierce reaction in Alexis, who pushed him

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

were entangled in a contentious battle over the custody of Evelyn. Despite their current animosity, one undeniable truth remained —

been afflicted with a

an emotional void, for which Alexis seemed to

saw

his car amidst her struggles. He used one hand to restrain her and emotionlessly instructed the

2688 Her intention had indeed been to have sex with

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

more private setting, like a hotel