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.

Leonel lingered. Eventually, he pivoted and called out louder, “I'll be at the apartment. Will you join me?”

her retreating figure, Leonel swallowed

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

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

his gaze

he pushed his cart to the

fled

and fruits remained neglected

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

Calvin returned the two boxes of condoms to their place,

2684 Alexis cast her gaze

harbored a sense of guilt. While desiring proximity to Leonel, she hesitated to instill

as somewhat unscrupulous

being overly

still not too late to change your mind, you know,” Seated in the car, Alexis shook

Calvin pulled out a cigarette

he rarely smoked, he couldn't help but

upon Lighting it, Alexis extinguished the 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.” Gazing

the sensation of being with Leonel had faded from

avoided dwelling on

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

An awkwardness engulfed

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

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already seven in the evening. Evelyn had

he regaled

lay curled around

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

believed the canine displayed intelligence comparable

in attention, cradled the

tucked her into

she inquired softly, “Where is

2685 Following a brief pause, Calvin

the

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

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

hand over Ollies

noticed Alexis standing by the door, possibly having been there for some

she took a seat at the edge of

a striking

to have another child, Evelyn wouldn't feel as lonely.” In

Calvin refrained from articulating these sentiments, fearing it might sadden Alexis, who had already

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remained silent. Rising from her seat, she

later, at the 60th birthday celebration of a

remained by her

also attended

absence from Duefron, her legend

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

Darwin and Serenity made

an air of unease clung

2686 Despite applause from the audience,

had always been known for their

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

pleasant conversation, Darwin conversed

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

stunning that

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

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

noticeable fullness in

drew the attention of nearly

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

in the villa's garden,

this night, the moon shone brightly and stars twinkled sparsely in

in

had some urgent matters to attend to which necessitated him

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

demeanor was

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her ear in a

his car and left

gradually

a moment before she decided to return to the

standing beneath the

played across his face and lent

a cigarette and lit

he didn't smoke it. He simply watched Alexis and focused his attention

no intention of lingering with Leonel. She attempted to walk past

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

felt at the

kiss,

his free fingers to trace the spot

began softly, and then grew

as if he was attempting to rub the piece of flesh

“Don’t waste your energy.” Leonel’

fixed a deep gaze on her and his voice was rough

I was going to follow you so you orchestrated

that I still want you and I'm jealous and upset

what you're

before, as he moved closer to her. “I really

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fierce reaction

not to let Alexis go this time, regardless of their

over the custody of Evelyn. Despite their current animosity, one undeniable truth remained —

she left, Leonel had been afflicted with

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

him, he saw her as the remedy

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

had indeed been to have sex

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

more private setting,