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.

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

figure,

few items, he headed to the checkout counter to pay. While waiting in line, he noticed Calvin, and to his surprise, Alexis was

glanced at her, smiled softly and then picked up two boxes of condoms

fixed his gaze

pushed

fled without making

fruits remained neglected in

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

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

2684 Alexis cast her

sense of guilt. While desiring proximity to Leonel, she hesitated to instill hope or become

herself as somewhat

resisted being

lot, “It's still not too late to change your mind, you know,” Seated in the car, Alexis shook her head in

Calvin pulled out a

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

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

she avoided dwelling

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

awkwardness engulfed

away, she uttered softly, “Let's head home.” Calvin

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villa, it was already seven in the evening. Evelyn had

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

lay curled around

and one eye barely ajar, the dog appeared

believed the canine displayed

the dog while drowsiness enveloped her.

lovingly tucked

eyes fluttered open, and she inquired softly,

2685 Following a brief pause, Calvin comprehended that she referred to

likely inherent in the father-daughter dynamic,

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

me here with you?" Affectionate toward Calvin, Evelyn embraced him, whispering

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,

ran his hand over Ollies

rose to depart, Calvin noticed Alexis standing by

all that?” Alexis nodded in acknowledgment. Approaching, she took a

bore a striking resemblance to

wouldn't feel as lonely.” In

it might sadden Alexis, who had

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silent. Rising from her seat, she

later, at the 60th birthday celebration of a renowned

Rena's indisposition, Waylen remained by her side, delegating the attendance

by Calvin, Alexis also attended the event.

from Duefron, her legend

in the company of Calvin, suggesting

made an

air of unease clung to her. Taking the

Despite applause from the audience, internal disdain

had always been known for their snobbish

in her

Darwin conversed with a wealthy

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

appeared stunning

seldom witnessed Alexis in formal

in a champagne-colored, diamond-studded halter

owing to childbirth, she exhibited a noticeable fullness in all the right places.

the attention of nearly every man in attendance,

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

in the villa's garden, Leonel caught

shone brightly

in the villa's front

urgent matters to attend to which necessitated

vehicle. Calvin opened the car door

was undoubtedly

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placed a kiss behind her ear in a gesture filled with a hint of desire. It

his car and left after their brief intimate

vehicle gradually faded into the

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

was standing beneath

across his face and lent it

out a cigarette and

simply

of lingering with

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

felt at

kiss, but it

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

and then grew more

he was attempting to rub the piece

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

her and his

knew I was going to follow you so

still want you and I'm jealous and upset about this?"

you realize what you're doing?” she

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

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reaction in Alexis, who pushed

go

of Evelyn. Despite their current

Leonel had been afflicted with a

void, for which Alexis seemed

he saw

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

2688 Her intention had indeed been to

the driver, and the proximity of Leonel’s villa

private setting,