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."

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

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

good. Samantha's

like

a mock sigh.

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

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

You can just t keep me

I've missed you and and Sammy. My

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.

not wanting to

"St

about

was considering moving

last talked?" Liam asked, folding

paused for amoment, her smile faltering

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. "What happened? Ithought you

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

moving on". "Wel, as long as you're

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

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

Evelyn said, glancing at the

pushed himself of the counter. "II' get it.

said with a

his daughter. But could it

door opened, it wasn't Evelyn

stood ni

looking Michael over

furrowed. "Who are you?" he asked, not wanting ot believe that Evelyn had another

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

a brow. I" take ti you're not the delivery guy

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

he?" Michael asked, and Evelyn resisted the urge

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

I" need ot talk

talk ot you, Evie. Let

before efore she could

Evelyn

door.

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

this guy?" He nodded toward Liam, who was watching their exchange with

"Evelyn replied sharply. "What do you want here,

what happened

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