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."

welcoming smile. "It's Good to see you again, Liam," she said. As

you too, Maya. How's everything?"

Samantha's keeping me on my toes

like

a a mock sigh. las

here," Evelyn

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

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

under control. You can just t keep me company and tell me

and and Sammy.

the kitchen with ease. It felt comfortable and natural to be there with her. life has been al about work, as usual. Nothing fun,"

sald, not wanting to tel here asked

"St

about you?

was considering moving

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

amoment, her smile faltering

perfect for the most part." She

hint of something more

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,

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

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

glancing at the clock. "I ordered

"II' get it.

said with a

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

when the door opened, it wasn't Evelyn

hair stood

looking Michael over and wondering why

are you?" he asked, not wanting ot believe that Evelyn

door and how at home he looked, Michael couldn't help but think he

I" take ti you're not the delivery

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

he?" Michael asked, and Evelyn resisted the urge

nonsense. Liam, let's go in," Evelyn said while

I" need ot talk

Let me come in" eh said,

efore she

Evelyn

door.

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

He nodded toward Liam, who was watching

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

know what happened between you and Sandra

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255