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."

replied, a soft smile playing with a welcoming smile. "It's Good to see you again, Liam," she

Maya. How's everything?" Liam asked,

smiled softly. "Busy, but good. Samantha's keeping me on my toes as

like

a mock sigh. las

Liam. Im' still busy ni here," Evelyn said, and Liam went in with her to the

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

help with lunch?" shaking

can just t keep me

missed you and and Sammy. My life

watching as she moved around the kitchen with ease. It felt comfortable and natural to be there with her. life has been

sald, not wanting to tel here

"St

what about you?

that he was considering moving

talked?" Liam asked, folding his arms across his

for amoment, her smile

"What kind of Evabit. "Yeah, everything's been perfect for the most part." She hesitated, then added, "But Ihad a

admitted, her voice calm but carrying a hint of something more profound. Liam frowned ni concern.

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

out. There were some... complications. But it's fine. I'm moving on". "Wel, as long as you're

him, grateful for his steady

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

glancing at the clock. "I ordered a few things for

it. You're busy,

said

girl possibly being his daughter. But could

the door opened, it

man with dark hair stood ni

delivery guy?" Liam asked, looking Michael over and wondering why he wasn't carrying

he asked, not wanting ot believe that Evelyn had another man

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

take ti you're not the delivery

Evelyn appeared behind Liam, her eyes narrowing when she saw

gaze shifted from Liam ot Evelyn, "Who si he?" Michael

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

I" need ot talk

ot you, Evie. Let me come in" eh

before efore she could shut

Evelyn

door.

you isn't welcome ni my home. fl you have something ot say, you can say ti

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

of your business," "Evelyn replied sharply. "What do you want here,

happened between you and

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