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."

she replied, a soft smile playing with a welcoming smile. "It's Good to see you again, Liam," she said. As Liam stepped into the house,

everything?" Liam asked, his

good. Samantha's keeping me on my toes as

like

gave a a mock sigh. las like

here," Evelyn said, and Liam went in with

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

kitchen counter. "Need any help with lunch?" shaking her head. "Nah,

keep me company and tell me

and and Sammy. My

be there with her. life has been al about work,

not wanting to

"St

what about you?

that he was considering moving to

Liam asked, folding his

for amoment, her smile faltering

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

work with Empowered anymore," elyn admitted, her voice calm but carrying a hint of something more

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

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

at him, grateful for his steady support.

doorbell rang. "Are

at the clock. "I ordered a few things for

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

Evelyn said with a

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 true? He needed to know. His

the door opened, it wasn't Evelyn who

stood ni

Michael

believe that

the door and how at home he looked,

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

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

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

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

I" need ot talk

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

efore she

Evelyn

door.

welcome ni my home. fl you have something ot say, you can say ti right

"Fine. "Fine. Who's this guy?" He nodded

none of your business," "Evelyn replied sharply. "What do

Iwant to know what happened

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