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

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

but good. Samantha's

like

a mock

Im' still busy ni here," Evelyn said, and Liam went

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

the kitchen counter. "Need any help with lunch?" shaking her

under control. You can just t keep me company

I've missed you and

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

not wanting to tel

"St

about

he was

Liam asked, folding his arms

paused for amoment, her smile faltering

for the most part." She hesitated,

don't work with Empowered anymore," elyn admitted, her voice calm but carrying a hint

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

just didn't work out. There were some... complications. But it's fine. I'm moving on". "Wel, as long as

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

any further, the doorbell rang. "Are you expecting someone else?" Liam asked

said, glancing at the

counter. "II' get it.

Evelyn said with a

Evelyn's little girl possibly being his daughter. But could it really

but when the door opened, it wasn't

with dark hair stood

Michael over and wondering

are you?" he asked, not wanting ot believe that Evelyn had another man in

home he looked, Michael couldn't help but think he was

a brow. I" take ti

eyes narrowing when she saw who ti was. "What do you want here, Michael?" she

Evelyn, "Who si he?" Michael asked,

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

I" need ot talk

talk ot you, Evie. Let me

she could shut

Evelyn

door.

welcome ni my home. fl you

He

replied sharply. "What do you want here,

happened between you and Sandra

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