Chapter 135

Sunday arrived, and the house was filled with the warm smell of freshly baked bread and the hum of quiet activity.

Samantha bounced around the living room, her excitement bubbling over. "I Liam coming soon, Mommy?" she asked for what felt like the hundredth time, her eyes sparkling with joy. "Yes, sweetheart, Evelyn

"And he wil bring my dolald, smiling at her daughter's enthusiasm. "He'll be here any minute."

and

For your sake, Ihope he remembers," Evelyn said, and Samantha grinned.

"Liam never forgets" Samantha said confidently and rushed to the window to peer out.

She couldn't wait to see Liam. He was one of her favorite people. He always brought her something small- sometimes a toy,

sometimes just a funny story- but his visits always made her happy no matter what.

Maya noticed Samantha's excitement as she carried a basket of laundry through the hallway. "Looks like someone is really looking forward to seeing Liam today," Maya teased softly. Samantha giggled and nodded, her little face glowing with happiness. "ml' gonnashowhimmynewdollsandtellhimabout my Daddy."

Maya chuckled. "Im' sure he'll love that, dear." She continued on her way, giving Samantha a wink before heading to the laundry room.

Just then, the sound of a car pulling up outside made Samantha jump up with a squeal. "He's here! He's here!"

Evelyn

"Liam!"

"Hey,

"Im'

Liam

wiped her hands on a towel and followed her daughter to the door. Before she could even reach it, Liam was already stepping onto the porch, a friendly grin on his face. He held a small bag ni his hand, clearly for Samantha. Samantha yelled as she flung open the door and jumped into his arms.

Liam laughed, lifting her up easily. I" missed you. How's my favorite girl?"

him tight. "Ddi

Samantha beamed, squeezing and held up the little bag. "You bet. HD you bring my doll?" with excited, handing it to her. her eyes wide à said,

"Thank you, Liam!" am!" Samantha

he

excitement.

She wiggled out of his arms and ran back into the house to check out her new doll. Liam stepped inside, greeting Evelyn with a warm smile. "Hey, you."

on her

lips. "Come in. Wer'e just getting everything ready for lunch."

"It's Good to see you again, Liam," she said. As Liam

How's everything?" Liam asked,

Samantha's keeping me on my toes as

like

gave a a mock

ot the kitchen, Liam. Im' still busy ni here," Evelyn said, and Liam went in with

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

"Need any help with lunch?" shaking her

keep me company and tell me how

missed you and

counter, watching as she moved around the kitchen with ease. It felt comfortable and natural to be there with her. life has been al about work, as usual. Nothing fun,"

sald, not wanting

"St

what about you?

he was

Liam asked, folding his arms

paused for amoment, her

of Evabit. "Yeah, everything's been perfect for the most part." She hesitated, then added, "But

don't work with Empowered anymore," elyn admitted, her voice calm but carrying a hint of something more profound. Liam frowned ni concern. "What happened? Ithought you loved

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

complications. But it's fine. I'm moving on". "Wel, as long as you're okay," Liam said, watching her closely.

at him, grateful for his steady support. I"

conversation could go any further, the doorbell rang. "Are you expecting someone else?" Liam

be the delivery," Evelyn said, glancing at

of the counter. "II' get it. You're busy, and Maya's still working

Evelyn said with

girl possibly being his daughter. But could it really be true? He needed to know. His stomach

door, but when the door opened,

tall man with dark hair stood ni the doorway,

the delivery guy?" Liam asked, looking Michael over and wondering why he wasn't carrying any

you?" he asked, not wanting ot believe that Evelyn

home he looked, Michael couldn't help

a brow. I" take ti you're not the delivery

behind Liam, her eyes narrowing when she saw who ti was. "What

shifted from Liam ot Evelyn, "Who si he?" Michael asked, and Evelyn resisted the urge

let's go in," Evelyn said while Liam looked at

I" need ot talk

you, Evie. Let me come in" eh

efore she

Evelyn

door.

home. fl you have

"Fine. Who's this guy?" He nodded toward Liam, who was watching

business," "Evelyn replied sharply. "What do you

Iwant to know what happened

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