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."

playing with a welcoming smile. "It's Good to

Maya. How's everything?" Liam asked, his tone easy and

Samantha's keeping

like

a a

the kitchen, Liam. 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

counter. "Need any help with lunch?" shaking her head. "Nah, I've

You can just t keep me company

missed you and and

felt comfortable and natural to be there with

not wanting to tel here

"St

about

he was considering moving

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

amoment, her smile faltering

been perfect for the most part." She

voice calm but carrying a hint of

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

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,

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

doorbell rang.

be the delivery," Evelyn said, glancing at the clock. "I ordered a few things for

it. You're busy,

said with

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

when the door opened, it

man with dark hair stood ni the doorway, looking

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

believe that Evelyn had another man in

and how at home he looked, Michael

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

answer, Evelyn appeared behind Liam, her eyes narrowing when she

ot Evelyn, "Who si he?" Michael asked, and Evelyn

go in," Evelyn said while Liam looked

I" need ot talk

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

before efore she could

Evelyn

door.

"Someone like you isn't welcome ni my home. fl you have something ot say, you can say

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

none of your business," "Evelyn replied

know what happened between

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