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."

Good to see

see you too, Maya. How's everything?" Liam

smiled softly. "Busy, but good. Samantha's

like

a a mock

the kitchen, Liam. Im' still busy ni here," Evelyn said,

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

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

just t keep me company and tell

and and Sammy. My life

be there with her. life has

work." Liam sald, not wanting to tel here asked

"St

what about

that he was considering

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

for amoment, her

raised an eyebrow. "What kind of Evabit. "Yeah, everything's been perfect for the most part." She hesitated,

with Empowered anymore," elyn admitted, her voice calm but carrying a hint of something more profound. Liam frowned ni concern. "What happened? Ithought you loved

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

There were 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,

grateful for his steady

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

be the delivery," Evelyn said, glancing at

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

said with

idea of Evelyn's little girl possibly being his daughter. But

but when the door opened,

hair stood ni the

looking Michael over

ot believe that Evelyn had another man

he looked,

I" take ti you're not the

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

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

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

I" need ot talk

Let me come in" eh

efore she could shut the

Evelyn

door.

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

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

"Evelyn replied sharply.

to know what happened between you

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