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."

"It's Good to see you again, Liam," she said. As Liam stepped into the house, Maya

How's everything?"

but good. Samantha's keeping me

like

gave a a mock sigh.

ni here," Evelyn said, and Liam went in with her to

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

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

You can just t keep me company and tell me how

and and Sammy. My

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

wanting

"St

about

was

has everything been since we last talked?" Liam asked, folding

paused for amoment,

of Evabit. "Yeah, everything's been perfect for the most part."

Empowered anymore," elyn admitted, her voice calm but carrying a hint

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

complications. But it's fine. I'm moving on". "Wel, as long as

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

doorbell rang. "Are you expecting someone

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

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

Evelyn said with

daughter. But could

the door

with dark hair stood ni the doorway,

Liam asked, looking Michael over and wondering why he

wanting ot believe that Evelyn had another man in

looked, Michael couldn't help but think he was

take ti you're not

appeared behind Liam, her eyes narrowing when she saw

from Liam ot Evelyn, "Who si he?" Michael asked, and Evelyn resisted the urge to

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

I" need ot talk

Evie. Let me come in"

efore she could shut the

Evelyn

door.

you isn't welcome ni my home. fl you have

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

"Evelyn replied sharply. "What

Iwant to know what happened between you and

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