Cecilia remained silent. She glanced around, but Rena was nowhere to be seen. If Rena were here, she would surely stand up for her.

Waylen couldn’t help but laugh in exasperation, “You’re in luck! Rena is resting inside.”

Resting?

Cecilia’s eyes widened.

Waylen’s handsome face turned slightly red, but he feigned nonchalance. “She’s just a bit tired.”

As an experienced adult, Cecilia instantly understood what he meant. Blushing slightly, she stood up, feeling embarrassed, and said, “Well… I should probably leave.”

With a casual reminder, Waylen said, “Drive safely.”

Cecilia’s eyes brightened as she nodded in agreement.

As she departed, Waylen’s gaze lingered on the closed door, lost in contemplation.

Deep down, he understood that Cecilia had been deeply wounded by Mark.

She had loved him and been showered with his affection. How could she easily move on and fall in love with someone else now?

Otherwise, this relationship would continue to haunt her if she didn’t move on.

Mark would forever be a thorn in her heart.

Waylen felt a sense of frustration at the thought.

Outside, Cecilia gripped the handle, her gaze lowered in contemplation.

No one had mentioned Mark to her recently, considering her delicate state of mind. Only Waylen had been urging her to face the reality.

Waylen had informed her about having a child with Mark.

They had to meet.

For Cecilia, there were only two paths ahead. One was to rekindle her love for Mark and the other was to forget him completely.

But she found herself unable to achieve either.

With closed eyes, she took a deep breath, preparing to leave the hospital and return home.

However, as she lifted her eyes, she was stunned.

There stood Mark, right in front of her.

He was dressed in a white shirt, black suit pants and a navy blue windbreaker.

At first glance, he appeared gentle and elegant but only she knew the cruel and maniacal side of this man, especially in private moments—transforming into someone entirely different…

In amoment of profound silence, their eyes met, rendering them unable to speak.

Little did Cecilia expect to encounter Mark in the hospital.

The sight of the hospital scene triggered memories of the first time they made love, which also happened in this very place.

Inebriated, he had ardently pressed her against the sofa and their passion ignited.

Evidently, Mark too was immersed in the memories of the past.

He had always been cautious with his words and actions, carefully considering the consequences before acting.

But now, the implications of his relationship with Cecilia eluded him. Being enticed by a woman sixteen years his junior was perhaps the craziest thing he had ever done.

It wasn’t merely because of her youth and beauty.

Mark had encountered numerous stunning women, many even more attractive and alluring than her, who possessed sensibility and thoughtfulness.

However, there was something about her, how she affectionately called him “Uncle Mark” like a kitten, that captivated him. ©

Her consistent use of that endearing term had him hooked.

After a prolonged moment, Mark inquired, “Are you here to visit Lexi?”

After a moment of contemplation, Cecilia replied, “Yes, she’s much better now. They might discharge her from the hospital tomorrow.”

Mark was about to say something but, just then, Peter emerged from the elevator, visibly surprised to see Cecilia. As a senior figure in the workplace, he swiftly regained his composure and greeted her with a smile, “Miss Fowler.”

Cecilia acknowledged Peter with a nod and turned to Mark. “I’ll leave if there’s nothing else.”

However, Mark grasped her hand firmly, urging her to stay, “Wait a minute.”

Peter discreetly averted his gaze.

Cecilia attempted to free her hand from Mark’s grip but his strength held her captive.

“Let’s talk,” Mark said in a hushed tone.

Eventually, they found solace in a tranquil teahouse. Peter secured a private room and stood guard outside dutifully.

Inside the secluded chamber, Mark personally served tea, setting aside his usual reliance on others, displaying his passion for the art of tea-making

He placed a cup before Cecilia, urging her to taste it.

Cecilia demurred, saying, “I’m not fond of tea.”

Mark’s indulgent smile graced his face as he gently said, “Ah, I forgot that you prefer milk tea and fried chicken…”

Cecilia observed him quietly.

He was just as gentle and refined as she remembered.

Once upon atime, she had reveled in his presence but now she wanted to avoid dwelling on such memories.

She coolly questioned, “Mr. Evans, is that the only reason you brought me here?”

Undeterred, Mark went to the mini-fridge, fetched a drink for her and offered it.

However, Cecilia declined.

softly, “Cecilia, I’ve always wondered

that moment, Cecilia’s heart

though nothing out of the ordinary had

light but Mark sensed the complexity beneath

pampered princess, she lacked any

you like to know? Do you wish to learn how embarrassed I was and then confess why I kept my pregnancy a secret from you? Or why I chose not to have an

Mark’s complexion paled.

maintain a smile. “Don’t talk such childish

Evans? If that’s the case, how could you engage in an intimate

Cecilia held her emotions in

between us. You enjoy tea and chess, while I prefer fast food and I even enjoy nightclubs. We belong to two different worlds… Mr. Evans, you said we weren’t right for each other, and I didn’t push you further. I heeded your words

Mark’s heart ached.

he not grasp that she expressed these sentiments to show her resentment towards

She should resent him.

got along so well.

woman, whether inexperienced or worldly, would have

indeed contemplated

failed

hold her hand,

said, “I’m sorry, I lost my composure. If you wish to

contact me. I’ll

inquired, “Is it alright for

appeared visibly

wished to decline but the Evans family and the Fowler family were related through her brother and

didn’t press her

any ulterior motives.

since he had an uncomplicated conversation with someone. There were

Cecilia hurriedly left.

and opened the

car slid down,

Cecilia recognized her instantly.

Mark’s subordinates

Cathy nodded at Cecilia.

Mark’s behavior utterly incredulous— taking his female subordinate on a business trip with inappropriate intimacy

her mind, Mark was

Mark trailed after Cecilia and

his brow and approached Cecilia,

Cecilia responded calmly, “Mr. Evans, there’s no need to explain anything to me. Besides… Can

Mark fell silent.

in the past but now they were nothing more than ordinary

her car, fastened her seatbelt, and

past him, Mark glimpsed what seemed like teardrops gently tracing down

Was Cecilia crying?

lips, gazing at the exhaust

subordinate Cathy alighted from the vehicle and approached him. “Mr. Evans, is there a misunderstanding

His heart sank.

instantly adopting an impassive expression when he faced his

he inquired, “Misunderstanding? She’s

revealing his past relationship

Cathy smiled subtly.

having witnessed the earlier scene. He wiped his brow and chastised the driver,

driver felt embarrassed and

addressed Mark, “Mr. Evans, what do

to the hotel first. I’ll go see

Gordon’s place tonight. It’s a chance for us to relax a bit… Cathy, I’ll take you out for some drinks tonight. Czanch is not as lively as Duefron when it comes to

stood in the parking lot, smoking three or four

Cecilia shedding tears, he knew that her love

Mark’s heart weighed heavy.

break free from his shackles and give her a family, so

he do that

No, he couldn’t.

the road, a cigarette delicately

were exceptional, attracting the gaze of numerous

was no hint that he was

his way to the

opened it, his surprise evident, but he maintained a courteous

in Czanch. His demeanor exuded warmth, akin to a gentle spring breeze, as he poured a glass of water for

Waylen eventually mentioned, “In fact, if you had arrived half an hour earlier,

Mark hesitated briefly before replying,

so different. I still can’t fathom how you ended up together all

Waylen’s words disgusted Mark.

a smile. “Regardless, I have a child with her, Edwin. One night together forged a lifelong bond. What I share with her still exists. But I must admit, I greatly

nonchalantly flipped through

Mark, who was calmly sipping on his water like

to control you, so you’re free to continue your carefree lifestyle… As for Cecilia, my mother has arranged a blind date

Blind date…

glass caused his fingers

Waylen noticed and smiled.

forced a

sat up, rubbing her

Mark truly adored Alexis.

his arms, kissed her

had specially purchased the talisman

keen eye and noticed this gesture. He said calmly, “You’re so

his embrace, Mark asked Waylen in a hushed tone about Elvira’s upcoming court date. Waylen provided him with all

“Just to be safe, I’ll use my

He kissed Alexis lovingly.

Rena or Alexis suffer at the

later, Alexis bid farewell

an exquisite family gathering. Given that Mark being on a business trip in Duefron, Korbyn extended a gracious invitation, never truly anticipating

arrival, Mark brought along some delightful toys for

continuously cradled in

feel a

“You ought

smile, Juliette chimed in, “Spending more time together will surely

Mark to join him

Mark was nobody’s fool.

despite the fact he had impregnated his beloved daughter. The reason behind this kindness extended beyond Rena; it was also about the

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