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 welcoming smile. "It's Good to see you again,

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

Samantha's keeping me

like

a a mock sigh.

here," Evelyn said, and Liam went in with her

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

kitchen counter. "Need any help with lunch?"

You can just t keep me company and tell

I've missed you and and Sammy. My life

nodded 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 has been al about work, as usual.

Liam sald, not wanting to tel

"St

what about you?

that he was considering moving to

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

amoment,

"Yeah, everything's been perfect for the most part." She hesitated, then added, "But Ihad a little

don't work with Empowered anymore," elyn admitted, her voice calm but carrying a hint of something more profound. Liam

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

work out. There were some... 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 anything, you know Im' here,

grateful for his steady support.

the doorbell

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

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

Evelyn said with a

swirling with questions. He couldn't shake the idea of Evelyn's little girl possibly being his daughter.

door, but when the door opened, it wasn't Evelyn

a tall man with dark hair stood ni the doorway, looking

Liam asked, looking Michael over and wondering why he wasn't carrying any

asked, not wanting ot believe that Evelyn had

the door and how at home he looked, Michael couldn't help but think he was

brow. I" take ti

answer, Evelyn appeared behind Liam, her eyes narrowing when she saw who ti was. "What do

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

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

I" need ot talk

you, Evie. Let me come in" eh said,

she could shut the

Evelyn

door.

you have something ot

He nodded toward Liam,

replied sharply. "What do

to know what happened between

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