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.

in the drink and said softly, “Cecilia,

Cecilia’s heart

of her head, she spoke as though nothing out of the ordinary had occurred.

but Mark sensed the complexity beneath

a pampered princess, she lacked

Cecilia offered a smile and asked, “Mr. Evans, what would you like to know? Do you wish to learn

Mark’s complexion paled.

he managed to maintain a smile. “Don’t talk such

“Childish? You’ve always treated me like a child, haven’t you, Mr. Evans? If that’s the case, how could you engage in an intimate relationship with me? Were you simply bored with your

Cecilia held her emotions

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

Mark’s heart ached.

her. How could he not grasp that she expressed these sentiments to show

She should resent him.

they got along so well. Their

woman, whether inexperienced or worldly, would have thought that he’d eventually

indeed contemplated

he had failed her in the

wanted to hold her hand,

“I’m sorry, I lost my

secretary contact me. I’ll

alright for me to visit

visibly

Evans family and the Fowler family were related through her brother

didn’t press her any

today, without any ulterior motives.

a long time since he had an uncomplicated conversation with someone. There were no

Cecilia hurriedly left.

her car and opened the door, she suddenly

car slid down, revealing a mature

Cecilia recognized her instantly.

Wilson, one of Mark’s subordinates and also

Cathy nodded at Cecilia.

subordinate on

her mind, Mark was nothing

Cecilia and noticed the car

and approached Cecilia, stating, “I brought her

to me. Besides… Can you honestly claim that you’ve never been intimate with

Mark fell silent.

a one-night stand in the

her

red sports car zoomed past him, Mark glimpsed what

Was Cecilia crying?

his lips, gazing at the exhaust

and approached him. “Mr. Evans, is there a misunderstanding between you and Miss Fowler? Would you like me to

His heart sank.

adopting an impassive expression when

a composed smile, he inquired, “Misunderstanding? She’s merely standing

of revealing

Cathy smiled subtly.

approached, having witnessed the earlier scene. He wiped his brow and chastised the driver, “Why did you bring the

felt embarrassed and explained, “Miss Wilson requested

Mark, “Mr. Evans, what

“You head back to the hotel first. I’ll go

looks like Mr. Evans will be staying at Miss 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

stood in the parking

Cecilia shedding tears, he knew that her

Mark’s heart weighed heavy.

free from his shackles and give her a family, so

he do

No, he couldn’t.

cigarette delicately held between his slender

and demeanor were exceptional, attracting the gaze of numerous

was no hint that he was

way to the

his surprise evident, but

warmth, akin to a gentle spring breeze,

mentioned, “In fact, if

briefly before replying, “I did

different. I still can’t fathom how you ended up together all those years ago… You two. don’t match

Waylen’s words disgusted Mark.

Mark maintained 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

flipped through

who was calmly sipping on his water

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

Blind date…

grip on the glass caused his

Waylen noticed and smiled.

also forced

As she sat up, rubbing her eyes, she

Mark truly adored Alexis.

uneasy, he walked to her bedside, lifted Alexis into his arms, kissed her gently, and then retrieved a talisman from

purchased the talisman for

and noticed this gesture. He said calmly,

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

moment and whispered, “Just to be safe,

He kissed Alexis lovingly.

suffer

farewell to the hospital’s

gathering. Given that Mark being on a business trip in Duefron, Korbyn extended a gracious invitation, never

brought along some delightful toys

cradled in Cecilia’s arms, displaying

feel a touch of

at Cecilia, his eyes brimming with emotion, and voiced, “You ought to mention me more

a warm smile, Juliette chimed in, “Spending more time together will surely bring you closer.

be the bigger man, urging Mark to join

Mark was nobody’s fool.

daughter. The reason behind this kindness extended beyond Rena; it was also about the

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