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 see you again, Liam," she said. As Liam stepped

Maya. How's everything?" Liam asked,

but good. Samantha's keeping me on my toes as

like

grinned and gave a a mock sigh. las

the kitchen, Liam. Im' still busy ni here," Evelyn said, and Liam

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

with lunch?" shaking her head. "Nah,

You can just t keep me company and tell me

missed you and

be there with her. life has been al about work, as usual. Nothing fun," Liam said, and Evelyn raised

work." Liam sald, not wanting to tel here asked

"St

about you?

that he was considering moving

since we last talked?" Liam asked, folding his arms across his

for amoment, her smile faltering

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

her voice calm but carrying a hint of something

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

complications. But it's fine. I'm moving on". "Wel, as long as you're okay," Liam said, watching her closely.

smiled at him, grateful for his steady

the doorbell rang. "Are you expecting someone

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

pushed himself of the counter. "II' get it. You're busy, and

said with

questions. He couldn't shake the idea of Evelyn's little girl possibly 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

the door opened, it wasn't Evelyn who

with dark hair stood ni the doorway, looking at

you the delivery guy?" Liam asked, looking Michael over and

brow furrowed. "Who are you?" he asked, not wanting ot believe that Evelyn had another man in her life. But seeing how

and how at home he looked,

a brow. I" take ti you're

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

Liam ot Evelyn, "Who si he?"

have a right to ask me that nonsense. Liam, let's go in," Evelyn said while Liam

I" need ot talk

Evie. Let me

before efore she could shut

Evelyn

door.

fl you have something ot say, you

clenched his j jaw. "Fine. "Fine. Who's this guy?" He nodded toward

your business," "Evelyn replied sharply.

to know what happened between you

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