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.

placed a straw in the drink and said softly, “Cecilia, I’ve always wondered

moment, Cecilia’s

lift of her head, she spoke as though nothing out of

seemed light but Mark

a pampered princess, she lacked any specific skills

to inquire further but Cecilia offered 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 I kept my pregnancy a secret from you? Or why

Mark’s complexion paled.

to maintain a

haven’t you, Mr. Evans? If that’s the case, how could you engage in an intimate relationship with me? Were

great restraint, Cecilia held

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 and left our

Mark’s heart ached.

How could he not grasp that she expressed these

She should resent him.

then, they got along so well.

or worldly, would have thought that he’d eventually

had indeed contemplated

he had failed her

to hold her hand, yet

her composure, she said, “I’m sorry, I lost my

have your secretary contact me.

it alright for me to

visibly

family and the Fowler family were related through her brother and Rena’s

didn’t press

today, without any ulterior motives. He merely

a long time since he had an uncomplicated conversation with someone. There were

Cecilia hurriedly left.

her car and

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

Cecilia recognized her instantly.

Mark’s subordinates

Cathy nodded at Cecilia.

female subordinate on a business trip with inappropriate intimacy while still seeking affection from his old

mind, Mark was nothing but an insufferable

trailed after Cecilia and noticed

his brow and approached Cecilia, stating, “I brought her

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

Mark fell silent.

they had a one-night stand in the past but

said nothing further. She got into her car, fastened her

him, Mark glimpsed what seemed like teardrops gently

Was Cecilia crying?

pursed his lips, gazing at

him. “Mr. Evans, is there a misunderstanding

His heart sank.

instantly adopting an impassive

inquired, “Misunderstanding? She’s merely standing up

had no intention of revealing his

Cathy smiled subtly.

scene. He wiped his brow and chastised the

embarrassed and explained, “Miss Wilson requested

Evans, what do

back to the hotel first. I’ll

chance for us to relax a bit… Cathy, I’ll take you out for some

escorted Cathy away, while Mark stood in the parking

shedding tears, he knew that

Mark’s heart weighed heavy.

from his shackles and give her a

he do that

No, he couldn’t.

road, a cigarette

exceptional, attracting the gaze of

was no hint that he was

way to the ward and knocked on the

it, his surprise evident, but he

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

Alexis’ condition as usual, Waylen eventually mentioned, “In fact, if

before replying, “I

different. I still can’t fathom how you ended

Waylen’s words disgusted Mark.

with her, Edwin. One night together forged a lifelong bond. What I share with her still

flipped

was calmly sipping

Our family is quite open-minded. We won’t use Edwin to control you, so

Blind date…

on the glass caused his

Waylen noticed and smiled.

forced

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

purchased the talisman

this gesture. He said

tone about Elvira’s upcoming court date.

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

He kissed Alexis lovingly.

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

Alexis bid farewell to the

an exquisite family gathering. Given that Mark being on a business trip in Duefron, Korbyn

Mark brought along some delightful

cradled in Cecilia’s arms, displaying

couldn’t help but feel a

“You ought to mention me more frequently. The boy

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

man, urging Mark to join

Mark was nobody’s fool.

kind to Mark despite the fact he had impregnated his beloved daughter. The reason behind this kindness extended beyond Rena;

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