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.

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

her retreating figure, Leonel

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

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

fixed his

pushed his cart

he fled

and fruits remained neglected

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

to their place,

Alexis cast her gaze

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

herself as somewhat unscrupulous

being overly

the car in the parking lot, “It's still not too late to change your

the back of the 2 chair, Calvin pulled out a

he couldn't help but consider lighting one up at the

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

years, the sensation of being

avoided dwelling on

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

awkwardness

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

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seven in the evening. Evelyn had

and afterward, he regaled Evelyn with

lay

ajar, the

displayed

in attention, cradled the

tucked

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

2685 Following a brief pause, Calvin comprehended that

inherent in the father-daughter dynamic,

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

have me here with you?" Affectionate toward Calvin, Evelyn

Calvin gently retrieved Ollie from her

hand

by

in acknowledgment. Approaching, she took

a striking

feel as lonely.” In the event of Calvin's

sadden Alexis,

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silent. Rising from her seat, she nodded

celebration of a renowned celebrity in Duefron, numerous prominent figures graced the

indisposition, Waylen remained by her side, delegating the attendance to

Alexis also attended the

absence from

especially in the company of Calvin,

made an appearance as

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

from the audience, internal disdain

always been known for their

finished playing, tears welled up in her

in pleasant conversation, Darwin conversed with a wealthy

nowhere to be found. Initially present

stunning

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

in a champagne-colored, diamond-studded halter

a noticeable fullness in all the right places.

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

her association with Calvin. Nevertheless, when Alexis and Calvin departed together, Leonel found

villa's garden, Leonel caught sight

the moon shone brightly

stood quietly in

Calvin had some urgent matters to attend to which necessitated him

Calvin opened the car door and leaned in

was

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behind her ear in a gesture filled with a hint

left

vehicle gradually faded

before she decided to return to the banquet hall.

standing

shadows that played across his face and lent

pulled out a cigarette

smoke it. He simply watched Alexis and focused

lingering with Leonel. She attempted to walk past

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.

leaned in close, his presence felt

a kiss, but

free fingers to trace the

then grew more

was

Alexis murmured in a soft voice, “Don’t

on her and his voice

knew I was going to follow you

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

realize what

he moved

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a fierce reaction in

go this time,

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

been afflicted

was an emotional void, for which Alexis seemed

she stood before him, he saw her as the remedy

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

intention had indeed been to have sex with

Leonel’s villa to

setting, like a hotel