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.

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

retreating figure, Leonel swallowed

for shopping. After grabbing a few items, he headed to the checkout counter to pay. While waiting in line, he noticed Calvin, and to

her, smiled softly and then picked up two boxes

fixed his

breaths quickened. Hastily, he pushed his cart

he fled without making

fruits remained neglected

Calvin observed Leonel's departure.

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

Alexis cast

of guilt. While desiring proximity to Leonel, she hesitated

somewhat unscrupulous seemed

being overly

whispered as they entered the car in the parking lot, “It's still not too late to change

the 2 chair, Calvin pulled out a cigarette

couldn't help but consider

an invitation card from the console. Placing it gently in her hand, he remarked, “Don't procrastinate any Longer.” Gazing at the invitation card, Alexis drifted into

the sensation of being with Leonel had faded from her

avoided dwelling

between them, the necessity of proximity

awkwardness engulfed

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

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seven

he regaled Evelyn

companion, lay curled around Evelyn's

ajar, the dog appeared to be engrossed in the

the canine displayed intelligence

attention, cradled the dog while

lovingly tucked her into

inquired softly, “Where is Mr.

Calvin comprehended that she referred

inquiries were likely inherent in the father-daughter dynamic, considering Evelyn

Calvin deemed it commonplace.

nice to have me here with you?" Affectionate toward Calvin, Evelyn embraced him, whispering softly, “I Like

know you do. Now, sleep tight.” Having pacified Evelyn, Calvin gently retrieved Ollie from her embrace. The dog lay on the pillow, fixating its dark eyes on

his hand over

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

Approaching, she took a seat

Evelyn bore a

softly, Calvin suggested, “If you were to have another child, Evelyn wouldn't feel

fearing it might sadden Alexis, who had already faced considerable challenges

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from her seat, she

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indisposition, Waylen remained by her side, delegating the

also attended the event.

Alexis’ three-year absence from

taken aback by her return, especially in the company

made an

air of unease clung to her. Taking the

2686 Despite applause from

had always been known for their snobbish

playing, tears welled up in her

conversation, Darwin conversed with a

he was nowhere to be found. Initially present in the hall, Leonel trailed Alexis and Calvin

appeared stunning

witnessed Alexis in formal attire. However, on

a champagne-colored, diamond-studded

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

attention of nearly every man in attendance,

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

the villa's garden, Leonel

this night, the moon shone brightly and

quietly in

urgent matters to attend to which necessitated him to leave

the car door and leaned in to

demeanor was undoubtedly

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in a gesture filled with

his car and left after their

gradually

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

was standing beneath the

shadows that played across his face and lent

pulled out a cigarette

2687 But he didn't smoke it. He simply watched Alexis and focused his

intention of lingering with Leonel. She attempted to

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 of their surroundings added a different, more stirring dimension to the

close, his presence felt at the back of her

a kiss, but it never

held his cigarette and he used his free fingers to trace the spot

touch began softly, and then grew more intense and

increasingly forceful as if he was attempting to rub

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

gaze on her and his voice was

going to follow you so you orchestrated the

was your aim? You wanted to prove that I still want you and I'm

you realize what you're

he moved closer to her.

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a fierce reaction in Alexis, who

determined not to let Alexis go this time, regardless of their chaotic

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

she left, Leonel had been afflicted with

emotional void, for which Alexis seemed to be the

saw her as the

escorted Alexis to his car amidst her struggles. He used one hand to restrain her and emotionlessly instructed

indeed been to have sex

Leonel’s villa to her own residence made the situation

had envisioned a more private setting,