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."

yourself," she replied, a soft smile playing with a welcoming smile. "It's Good to

Maya. How's everything?" Liam asked,

Samantha's keeping me on my toes as

like

a mock sigh. las like

over ot the kitchen, Liam. Im' still busy ni here," Evelyn

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

any help with lunch?" shaking

You can just t keep me company

you and and Sammy. My life

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," Liam said, and Evelyn raised a brow. "So, what conference brought you ot

Liam sald, not wanting to tel

"St

about

he was considering moving to

everything been since we last talked?" Liam asked, folding his arms across his chest. "Settling in

amoment, her smile

raised an eyebrow. "What kind of Evabit. "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

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

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,

for his steady support. I" know. Thanks, Liam. Ireally appreciate

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

glancing at the clock. "I ordered a

the counter. "II' get it. You're busy,

Evelyn said with

his daughter. But could it really

door, but when the door opened,

stood

guy?" Liam asked, looking Michael over and wondering

he asked, not wanting ot believe that

he looked, Michael couldn't help

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

answer, Evelyn appeared behind Liam, her eyes narrowing when she saw who ti was. "What do you want here, Michael?"

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

have a right to ask me that nonsense. Liam, let's go

I" need ot talk

Let me

she

Evelyn

door.

fl you have something ot say, you can say

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

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

what happened between you and Sandra

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