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."

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

you too, Maya. How's everything?" Liam asked, his

softly. "Busy, but good. Samantha's

like

gave a a mock sigh. las like

ni here," Evelyn said, and Liam went in with her to the

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

counter. "Need any help with lunch?" shaking her head.

t keep

missed you and and Sammy. My life

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," Liam said, and Evelyn raised a brow. "So, what

sald, not wanting to

"St

about you?

was

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

amoment, her smile

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

Empowered anymore," elyn admitted, her voice calm but carrying a hint of something more profound. Liam frowned

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

the vegetables. "tl just didn't work out. There were some... complications. But it's fine. I'm moving on". "Wel, as long as

grateful for his steady support. I"

their conversation could go any further, the doorbell rang. "Are you

be the delivery," Evelyn said, glancing at the clock. "I ordered

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

Evelyn said with

being his daughter. But could it really be true? He needed to know. His stomach was tight with anticipation as he waited for her to

when the door

a tall man with dark hair stood

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

not wanting ot believe that Evelyn had another man in her life. But

home he looked, Michael couldn't help

cocked a brow. I" take ti

she saw who ti was. "What do you want

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

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

I" need ot talk

Evie. Let me

she could shut

Evelyn

door.

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

this guy?" He nodded

none of your business," "Evelyn replied sharply. "What

what happened between you and Sandra

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