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, I’ve always wondered how you’ve

moment, Cecilia’s heart skipped

though nothing out of the ordinary had occurred. “I have been doing

Mark

a pampered princess, she lacked any

a smile and asked, “Mr. Evans, what would you like to know? Do you wish to learn how embarrassed I was and then confess why

Mark’s complexion paled.

to maintain a smile.

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

restraint, Cecilia held her emotions

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

Mark’s heart ached.

could he not grasp that she expressed these sentiments

She should resent him.

they got along so well. Their relationship was passionate

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

had indeed contemplated marrying

had failed her in the

wanted to hold her

she said, “I’m sorry, I

your secretary contact

inquired, “Is it alright for me to visit the

visibly taken

family and the Fowler family were related through

press her

chanced upon her today, without any ulterior motives. He merely

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

Cecilia hurriedly left.

she reached her car and opened the door, she suddenly

other side, the back window of Mark’s car slid down, revealing a mature and stunning woman seated

Cecilia recognized her instantly.

of Mark’s subordinates and also

Cathy nodded at Cecilia.

incredulous— taking his female subordinate on a business trip with inappropriate intimacy while still seeking affection

was nothing

Mark trailed after Cecilia and noticed

and approached Cecilia, stating,

Evans, there’s no need to explain anything to me.

Mark fell silent.

one-night stand in the past but now

got into her car, fastened her seatbelt,

red sports car zoomed past him, Mark glimpsed what seemed like teardrops gently tracing down her

Was Cecilia crying?

his lips, gazing at the

is there a misunderstanding

His heart sank.

head, instantly adopting an impassive

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

had no intention of revealing

Cathy smiled subtly.

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

embarrassed and explained, “Miss Wilson

“Mr. Evans, what

“You head back to the hotel

place tonight. It’s a chance for us to relax a bit… Cathy, I’ll take you out for some drinks tonight.

while Mark stood in the parking lot, smoking three

he’d seen Cecilia shedding tears, he knew that her love for

Mark’s heart weighed heavy.

shackles and give her

could he do that

No, he couldn’t.

cigarette delicately held

and demeanor were exceptional,

was no hint that he was over

made his way to the

opened it, his surprise evident, but

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

“In fact, if you had

before replying, “I did see

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

Waylen’s words disgusted 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 admit, I greatly admire you. If you and Rena reconcile, you’ll have two weddings in one go… Ican’t

flipped

glanced back at Mark, who was calmly

no need to envy me. Our family is quite open-minded. We won’t use Edwin to control you, so you’re

Blind date…

glass caused his fingers

Waylen noticed and smiled.

forced a

Alexis woke up. As she sat up,

Mark truly adored Alexis.

walked to her bedside, lifted Alexis into his arms, kissed her gently, and then retrieved a talisman from his pocket and placed it around her

purchased the talisman for

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

tone about Elvira’s upcoming

“Just to be safe, I’ll use

He kissed Alexis lovingly.

never to let Rena or Alexis suffer at the hands of that deranged woman

Alexis bid farewell

that Mark being on a business trip in Duefron, Korbyn extended a gracious invitation, never truly

along some

cradled in

but feel

gazed at Cecilia, his eyes brimming with emotion, and voiced, “You ought

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

to be the bigger man, urging Mark to join

Mark was nobody’s fool.

flexibility, being kind to Mark despite the fact he had impregnated his beloved daughter. The reason behind

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