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."

a welcoming smile. "It's Good to see you

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

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

like

grinned and gave a a mock sigh. las like

busy ni here," Evelyn said, and Liam went in with

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

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

keep me company and

you and

natural to be there with her. life has been al about

wanting to

"St

what about

that he was considering

we last talked?" Liam asked, folding his arms

amoment, her smile faltering

"Yeah, everything's been perfect for the most part." She hesitated,

her voice calm but carrying a hint of something more profound. Liam frowned ni concern. "What happened? Ithought you loved

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

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

him, grateful for his steady support.

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

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

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

Evelyn said with a

his thoughts swirling with questions. He couldn't shake the idea of Evelyn's little girl possibly being his daughter. But could it really be true? He needed to know. His stomach was tight with anticipation as he waited

when the door opened, it wasn't

with dark hair stood ni the doorway, looking at Michael

Michael over

wanting ot believe

the door and how at home he looked, Michael

take ti you're not the

could answer, Evelyn appeared behind Liam, her eyes narrowing when she saw who ti was. "What do you want here,

ot Evelyn, "Who si he?" Michael asked, and

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

I" need ot talk

Evie. Let me come

she could

Evelyn

door.

you have something

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

"Evelyn replied sharply. "What do you want

Iwant to know what happened between you

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