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."

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

Maya. How's everything?" Liam

but good. Samantha's keeping me on my toes

like

a a mock sigh.

Im' still busy ni here," Evelyn

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

kitchen counter. "Need any help with lunch?"

You can just t keep

and and Sammy. My

and natural to be there with her.

sald, not wanting to tel here asked

"St

about you?

that he was considering

asked, folding his arms

paused for amoment, her

everything's been perfect for the

voice calm but carrying a hint of something more profound.

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

just didn't work out. 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, you

steady support. I" know. Thanks, Liam. Ireally appreciate

any further, the doorbell rang. "Are you

Evelyn said, glancing at

pushed himself of the counter. "II' get it. You're busy, and

said with

shake the idea of Evelyn's little girl possibly being his daughter. But could it

door

tall man with dark hair stood ni the doorway, looking at

the delivery guy?" Liam asked, looking Michael over and wondering why he

he asked, not wanting ot believe that Evelyn had another man in her life. But seeing how

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

ti you're not the delivery guy

eyes narrowing when she saw who ti was. "What

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

go in,"

I" need ot talk

Let me

she

Evelyn

door.

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

"Fine. Who's this guy?" He nodded toward

"Evelyn replied sharply. "What

what happened between you

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