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.

the drink and said softly, “Cecilia, I’ve always wondered how you’ve been faring these past

Cecilia’s heart skipped

of her head, she spoke as though nothing out

light but Mark

a pampered princess, she lacked any

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

Mark’s complexion paled.

a smile. “Don’t talk such

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

restraint, Cecilia held her emotions

Mr. Evans, you said we weren’t right for each other, and I didn’t push you

Mark’s heart ached.

How could he not grasp that she expressed these sentiments to

She should resent him.

so well. Their relationship was passionate

worldly, would have thought

had indeed contemplated marrying

had failed her

wanted to hold her hand,

I lost my composure.

secretary contact

inquired, “Is it alright for me to visit the Fowlers’

appeared visibly

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

press

ulterior

since he had an uncomplicated conversation with someone. There were no hidden agendas, just a man

Cecilia hurriedly left.

she reached her car and opened the door, she suddenly

the back window of Mark’s car slid down, revealing

Cecilia recognized her instantly.

one of Mark’s subordinates and also his

Cathy nodded at Cecilia.

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

mind, Mark was nothing but an insufferable

trailed after Cecilia and noticed the

and approached Cecilia, stating, “I

responded calmly, “Mr. Evans, there’s no need to explain anything to me. Besides… Can you honestly claim that you’ve never been intimate with

Mark fell silent.

the past but now they were

into her car, fastened her

red sports car zoomed past him, Mark glimpsed what seemed

Was Cecilia crying?

lips, gazing at the exhaust fumes

from the vehicle and approached him. “Mr. Evans, is there a misunderstanding between you and Miss Fowler?

His heart sank.

impassive expression when he faced his

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

no intention of revealing

Cathy smiled subtly.

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

driver felt embarrassed and

then addressed Mark, “Mr. Evans,

to the hotel first. I’ll go

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

away, while Mark stood in the parking lot, smoking three

he knew that

Mark’s heart weighed heavy.

from his shackles and give her a family, so she wouldn’t

could he do that

No, he couldn’t.

road, a cigarette delicately

appearance and demeanor were exceptional, attracting the gaze of numerous

that he was over

made his way to the ward and

evident, but he maintained a

intense confrontation in Czanch. His demeanor exuded warmth, akin

fact, if you had arrived half an hour earlier, you

replying, “I did see her. We had

so different. I still

Waylen’s words disgusted Mark.

share with her still exists. But I must admit, I greatly admire you. If you and Rena reconcile, you’ll have two weddings in

flipped through some

back at Mark, who was calmly sipping on his water

remarked lightly, “There’s no need to envy me. Our family is quite open-minded. We won’t use Edwin to control you, so you’re free to continue your carefree lifestyle… As for Cecilia, my mother has arranged a blind date for her

Blind date…

glass caused his fingers to

Waylen noticed and smiled.

forced

As she sat up, rubbing her eyes, she called out

Mark truly adored Alexis.

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

had specially purchased

eye and noticed this gesture. He

hushed tone about Elvira’s upcoming court date. Waylen provided him with all

for a moment and whispered, “Just to be safe, I’ll use my

He kissed Alexis lovingly.

Alexis suffer at the hands of

sunrises later, Alexis bid farewell to the hospital’s care.

orchestrated an exquisite family gathering. Given that Mark being on a business

brought along some delightful

continuously cradled in Cecilia’s

but feel a touch of

gazed at Cecilia, his eyes brimming with emotion, and voiced, “You ought to mention me more frequently. The boy seems distant

time together will

be the bigger man, urging Mark to join him

Mark was nobody’s fool.

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

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