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

figure, Leonel

few items, he headed to the checkout counter to pay. While waiting in

her, smiled softly and then picked up two boxes of

his gaze

his breaths quickened. Hastily, he pushed his cart to the opposite

selections, he fled without

fruits remained neglected in

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

their place, sighing softly. “Why put

Alexis cast her gaze

While desiring proximity to Leonel, she hesitated to instill hope or become entangled

herself as somewhat unscrupulous seemed

being

not too late to

of the 2 chair, Calvin pulled out a

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

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

of

avoided dwelling on

them, the necessity of proximity and intimacy with Leonel

awkwardness

uttered softly, “Let's head

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

he regaled Evelyn with bedtime stories following her

lay curled

barely ajar, the dog appeared to be engrossed in

the canine displayed intelligence comparable

attention, cradled the dog while drowsiness enveloped her.

tucked her

inquired softly, “Where is Mr. Douglas? Why isn't

Calvin comprehended that

were likely inherent in the

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

curls, 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

Ollie from her embrace. The dog

hand

depart, Calvin noticed Alexis standing by the door, possibly having been

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

bore a striking resemblance to

feel as lonely.”

articulating these sentiments, fearing it might sadden Alexis, who

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remained silent. Rising from

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

by her side, delegating the attendance to

Alexis also

absence from

taken aback by her return, especially in the company of Calvin,

Darwin and Serenity made an appearance

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

2686 Despite applause from the audience,

class had always been known

tears welled up in her eyes, and she

conversation, Darwin

be found. Initially present in the hall, Leonel

appeared stunning

Leonel seldom witnessed Alexis in formal attire. However, on this occasion, she exuded

diamond-studded halter

a noticeable fullness

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

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

the villa's garden, Leonel caught sight

brightly and stars twinkled sparsely in

quietly in

urgent matters to attend to which

his vehicle. Calvin opened the

demeanor was undoubtedly

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

his car and left

vehicle gradually faded

she decided to return to the

was standing beneath the

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

out a cigarette and

he didn't smoke it. He simply watched Alexis

no intention of lingering with Leonel.

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 of their surroundings added a different, more stirring dimension to

in close, his presence felt at the back

a kiss, but it never

cigarette and he used his free fingers to trace

began softly, and then

grew increasingly forceful as if he was attempting to rub the piece

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

deep gaze on her and his

was going to follow you so you orchestrated the

I still want you and I'm

what you're

aware,” he responded. His voice even raspier than before, as he moved closer

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a fierce reaction in Alexis, who pushed him

was determined not to let Alexis go

of Evelyn. Despite their current animosity, one undeniable truth

had been

an emotional void, for which Alexis seemed

he saw

He used one hand to restrain her and emotionlessly instructed the driver in the front seat,

2688 Her intention had indeed been to have sex

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

more private setting, like a hotel for