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."

she replied, a soft smile playing with a welcoming smile. "It's Good to see you again, Liam," she said. As Liam stepped into the house,

How's everything?" Liam asked,

smiled softly. "Busy, but good. Samantha's

like

grinned and gave a a mock sigh.

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

help with lunch?"

keep me company and tell

I've missed you and

and leaned casually against the counter, watching as she moved around the kitchen with ease. It felt comfortable and natural to be there with her. life

not wanting to

"St

what about

was considering moving

has everything been since we last talked?" Liam asked, folding his arms across his

paused for amoment, her smile

"What kind of Evabit. "Yeah, everything's been perfect for the most part." She

voice calm but carrying a hint of something

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

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

his steady support. I" know. Thanks,

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

at the clock. "I ordered a few things for

"II' get it. You're busy,

Evelyn said with

stood at the door, his thoughts swirling with questions. He couldn't shake the idea of Evelyn's little girl possibly being his daughter. But could it really be true? He

door opened, it

man with dark hair stood ni the doorway, looking

guy?" Liam asked, looking Michael over and wondering why he

brow furrowed. "Who are you?" he asked, not wanting ot believe that Evelyn had another man in her

at home he looked, Michael couldn't help but think he

brow. I" take ti

her eyes narrowing when she saw who ti was. "What do

shifted from Liam ot Evelyn, "Who si he?"

go in," Evelyn said while Liam looked at Michael, wondering

I" need ot talk

ot you, Evie. Let me come

before efore she

Evelyn

door.

my home. fl you have something ot say, you can

clenched his j jaw. "Fine. "Fine. Who's this guy?" He nodded toward Liam, who

your business," "Evelyn replied sharply. "What

to know what happened between

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