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."

smile. "It's Good to see you again, Liam," she said. As Liam

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

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

like

a mock

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

Liam watched as

Evelyn glanced over her

she shoulder, s

vegetables on the kitch

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

t keep me

and and Sammy.

and leaned casually against the counter, watching as she moved around the kitchen with ease. It felt comfortable and natural to be there with her. life has been al about work,

wanting to

"St

what about you?

was

has everything been since we last talked?" Liam asked, folding

paused for amoment, her smile

Evabit. "Yeah, everything's been perfect for the most part." She hesitated, then added, "But

don't work with Empowered anymore," elyn admitted, her voice calm but carrying a hint of something more profound. Liam frowned ni concern. "What happened?

Evelyn shrugged, continuing

"Wel, as long as you're okay," Liam said, watching her closely. "If you ever need anything,

at him, grateful for his steady support. I"

their conversation could go any further, the doorbell rang.

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

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

Evelyn said with a

questions. He couldn't shake the idea of Evelyn's little girl possibly being his daughter. But could it really be

the door opened, it

with dark hair stood ni the doorway, looking at

Michael over and wondering why

"Who are you?" he asked, not wanting ot believe that Evelyn had another man in her life. But

home he looked, Michael couldn't

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

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

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

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

I" need ot talk

Let me come in" eh

she could

Evelyn

door.

home. fl you

He nodded toward Liam, who was watching their exchange with

business," "Evelyn replied

happened between

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