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, Liam,"

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

"Busy, but good. Samantha's keeping me on my toes

like

gave a a mock sigh.

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

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

counter. "Need any help with

t keep me company and tell me how you've

missed you and and Sammy. My life

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.

wanting to tel

"St

about

that he was considering

talked?" Liam asked,

for amoment, her smile faltering

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

anymore," elyn admitted, her voice calm but carrying a hint of something more profound. Liam frowned ni concern. "What happened? Ithought you loved it

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

moving on". "Wel, as long as

at him, grateful for his steady support. I" know. Thanks, Liam.

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

said, glancing at the clock. "I

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

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

but when the door opened, it wasn't

with dark hair stood ni the doorway, looking at Michael

delivery guy?" Liam asked, looking Michael over and

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

he looked, Michael couldn't

ti

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

"Who si he?" Michael

ask me that nonsense. Liam, let's go in,"

I" need ot talk

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

before efore she could

Evelyn

door.

home. fl you have

He nodded toward

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

to know what happened

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