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.

and called out louder, “I'll be at the apartment. Will

retreating figure,

items, he headed to the checkout counter to pay. While

softly and then picked

fixed his gaze on

pushed his cart

he fled without making any

and fruits remained

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

condoms to their place, sighing softly.

2684 Alexis cast

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

somewhat

resisted being

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

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

he couldn't help but consider lighting one up

a prolonged silence, extracted an invitation card from the console. Placing it gently in her hand, he remarked, “Don't procrastinate any Longer.” Gazing

the passage of three years, the sensation of being with

avoided dwelling on that

them, the necessity of proximity

An awkwardness engulfed

card away, she uttered

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seven in the evening. Evelyn had

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

the canine companion, lay curled around Evelyn's

barely ajar, the dog appeared to be engrossed in

believed the canine displayed intelligence

attention, cradled the dog while drowsiness enveloped her.

tucked her

fluttered open, and she inquired softly, “Where is Mr. Douglas? Why isn't he

a brief pause, Calvin comprehended that she referred to

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

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,

forehead. “I know you do. Now, sleep tight.” Having pacified Evelyn, Calvin gently retrieved Ollie from her

ran his hand

by

Calvin inquired, “Did you hear all that?” Alexis nodded in acknowledgment. Approaching, she took a seat at the edge of the bed,

Evelyn bore a striking resemblance to

to have another child, Evelyn wouldn't feel as

it might sadden Alexis, who had already

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from her

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

indisposition, Waylen remained by her side, delegating the attendance

Alexis also attended the event.

three-year absence from Duefron, her

especially in the

and Serenity made an

an air of unease clung

Despite applause from the audience,

been known for their

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

Darwin conversed with a

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

stunning

formal attire.

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

childbirth, she exhibited a noticeable fullness in all the right

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

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

villa's garden, Leonel

shone brightly and stars twinkled sparsely

quietly in the villa's

urgent matters to attend to which necessitated

accompanied Calvin to his vehicle. Calvin opened the car door and leaned in to

was

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graced Alexis’ face in response. Calvin placed a kiss behind her ear in a gesture filled with

his car and left

black vehicle gradually faded into the

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

was standing beneath the

leaves cast shadows that played across his face and lent it a mysterious and

pulled out a cigarette and lit

simply watched Alexis and focused his attention

lingering with Leonel. She

were halted when he firmly grasped her arm and pressed her against the rough bark of a tree. The coarse texture scraped against her delicate skin and caused mild discomfort. But, the secluded nature

leaned in close, his presence felt

kiss, but

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

touch began softly, and then grew more intense

was

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

deep gaze on her and his voice was rough

I was going to follow you

to prove that I still want you and I'm jealous and upset about this?" Ashamed by his accusation, Alexis

what you're doing?”

before, as he moved closer to her. “I

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reaction

not to let Alexis go

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

left, Leonel had been afflicted with

was an emotional void, for which Alexis seemed to be the

saw her as the remedy to his

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

had indeed been to have sex with

presence of the driver, and the proximity of Leonel’s villa to her own residence made the situation unacceptable

private setting, like a hotel for their