No, no, no.

She needed to focus on their relationship…

*

Two weeks later, Rena finalized her divorce from Waylen

During this period, Alexis turned one month old. After completing the necessary formalities,

Mark arrived to pick up Rena and take her to Czanch, with Cecilia in tow.

Rena was immersed in her pain and didn’t delve into many thoughts.

In the Evans residence in Czanch, Zoey expressed her concern for Rena, holding her granddaughter while reprimanding Waylen.

Cecilia felt a twinge of embarrassment.

After glancing at Cecilia, Mark instructed the butler, “Rena will stay in her usual room. Clean

Mark lowered his head, kissed her and, in a husky voice, said, “I’m leaving.”

As he pulled away, Cecilia rose from the chair, straightened his shirt, and handed him his briefcase. Part of Mark wished he could tuck her into it and take her with him.

Before departing, he added in a hushed tone, “I’ll take Rena back to Czanch in a few days.

You should come with me.”

Cecilia was surprised by this.

The future of her brother and Rena remained uncertain. Was it appropriate for her to go to

Czanch?

Mark recalled his mother mentioning that he called out a girl’s name during his dream. He smiled and reassured her, “it’s alright. I’l be there with you.”

After lingering in a passionate embrace with Cecilia for a prolonged moment, Mark finally bid his farewell.

In another private dining room, Peter was having his meal. Spotting Mark as he emerged, Peter playfully quipped, “Mr. Evans, you seem to be in good spirits.”

“How can I be in a good mood with so many matters to attend to?” Mark retorted, yet a smile betrayed his words.

He knew deep down that Cecilia brought him immense joy.

Inside the room, Cecilia scrutinized the card Mark had given her over and over again. It was a gift from her beloved.

Then, she delicately sniffed the amulet necklace. It bore Mark’s scent, for he had taken it out from his pocket, leaving it slightly warm.

Blushing, she immersed herself in the aroma, evoking memories of that unforgettable night.

She found it hard to fathom that Mark was considerably older than her but his prowess in bed was undeniable.

Despite his occasional brusqueness, he made her climax several times that night.

Trying to redirect her thoughts, Cecilia pinched her thigh, wondering why she entertained such notions during daylight hours.

No, no, no.

She needed to focus on their relationship…

*

Two weeks later, Rena finalized her divorce from Waylen

During this period, Alexis turned one month old. After completing the necessary formalities, Mark arrived to pick up Rena and take her to Czanch, with Cecilia in tow.

Rena was immersed in her pain and didn’t delve into many thoughts.

In the Evans residence in Czanch, Zoey expressed her concern for Rena, holding her granddaughter while reprimanding Waylen.

Cecilia felt a twinge of embarrassment.

After glancing at Cecilia, Mark instructed the butler, “Rena will stay in her usual room. Clean up the guest room across from the east side and have Miss Fowler stay there.”

The butler was momentarily taken aback.

Wasn’t the guest room across from the east side situated right opposite Mark’s bedroom?

Hesitating for a moment, the butler inquired, “Will she disturb you?”

Mark gently waved his hand and replied, “Do as I say.”

Once the butler left, Zoey approached Mark, her eyes filled with curiosity and asked, “Is this girl named Cecile?”

Although Zoey was old, she had heard it clearly last time when her son called the girl’s name.

Mark didn’t know whether to laugh or cry, and his face flushed slightly. Given his age, if he were to be romantically involved with a girl much younger than him, no one would believe him, and he might be subjected to ridicule.

His had too many things to take into considerations except for his own feelings.

Mark skillfully evaded his mother’s inquiry and said, “Mom, you’re mistaken. This is Waylen’s little sister, Cecilia, not Cecile.”

Zoey gazed at her son and trusted his explanation.

Considering that Waylen’s sister was around the same age as Rena, it was inconceivable for Mark to have engaged in a cradle-snatching affair.

Zoey’s hope was more or less dashed.

In her eyes, Cecilia possessed an exquisite beauty.

After their lengthy journey, they retired to their respective rooms to rest following a delightful dinner.

Cecilia’s stay was planned for a week.

Traveling light, she had packed merely about three sets of clothes. As she unpacked her belongings, she eagerly anticipated going to check on Rena later.

Unbeknownst to her, an intruder entered the room soundlessly, proceeding to lock the door.

A firm hold on Cecilia’s slender waist, accompanied by the man’s warm breath caressing her neck, sent waves of pleasure, rendering her weak and helpless. In the throes of ecstasy, she couldn’t resist whimpering.

Mark’s gentle touch traced her thin waist.

to linger for an eternity, he

moment, a sense of trepidation settled over Cecilia. After all, this was

they possibly engage in such an intimate act

the implications, they had engaged in passionate acts without fully exploring other aspects of their connection.

he wearing a condom? What if an unintended

one hand supporting himself, Mark deftly unbuttoned her

their affection for each other, except for that very night, they had

a trace of impatience

horizon, a warm, autumnal glow was cast through the French window, bathing the couple locked in an embrace in

over to bestow a tender kiss upon Cecilia, reassuringly murmuring, “You can rest a while longer. I’ll

and Peter’s waiting presence in the study. His concern stemmed from the fear

no bounds. Even when separated, he vowed to do all within his Power to

nestle against her

was dressed, Mark bent down to kiss her once more, his

departed, sleep eluded

who cherished Cecilia deeply due to the scarcity of girls in

he found Cecilia

playfully claimed, “These are

back, “My mother takes great pride in her organic

Zoey snorted.

he is being a good son and brings that girl home, I will dig out

“What girl?”

Cecilia was confused.

of Mark’s drunken dream, leaving Cecilia understanding the situation and feeling

Mark wore an enigmatic smile that only deepened her

the sweet feeling that arose within her. It seemed that when Mark

the darkness

took charge of cooking for all of them, and Cecilia offered to help. Although Mark rarely took on the role of chef

were supposed to retire to their

Mark gallantly led Cecilia into his

refined furniture and decorations. An adjacent study added a touch of antiquity to the room,

found herself stunned by the

and

she responded with a touch of shyness, “I never imagined my

were laced

old-fashioned; suitable for middle-aged men, but certainly not for younger ones her own

Mark not discern the subtle undertones in her response? Unperturbed, he proceeded to brew a pot of tea, handing

sip, he

Cecilia’s spirits immediately dampened.

rogue, was considerably older and smarter than her, but she was

embraced him, playfully calling him “Uncle Mark” to beg for mercy. Mark, reciprocating the affection, held her delicate hand with one hand while

tackle, leaving him

Cecilia never voiced

she obediently kept him company in the

Mark would raise his head and request her assistance with fetching something, and his little girl would gleefully scurry

until the late hours of

a moment to playfully tease his little girl, intending to make

knock at the door disrupted their plans. Zoey’s voice then carried from outside. “Mark, you’re still awake, aren’t you? I’ve brought

atmosphere in the room tensed as she

people on the

whispered, “What

her into the quilt, discreetly hiding her slippers under

entered the room, addressing her son, “Are you going to

“Yes,

Zoey took a seat.

mother and son left Cecilia feeling stifled beneath the quilt, her breaths shallow. Whenever she attempted to move, Mark gently secured

Eventually, Zoey departed.

Cecilia emerged from

Mark, I couldn’t

into his arms, and after a while, he

refused to

What was he implying?

the food with

insisted

cheek, jesting, “Shall I wake mom and ask her

jumped on him and lightly pummeled him with her

played for quite some time, she still clung

kissed her tenderly and playfully remarked, “I’ve never encountered anyone as vocal as you! I will cook

know how

She obediently embraced him.

slippers, and headed to the kitchen. To his surprise, he

was also taken aback

rummaged through the

was not about to let her son cook

frozen pizza from the fridge and

her son, she chatted, “You’re not so young anymore. You should pay attention to your

Mark was left speechless.

the pizza was ready, Zoey arranged it on a delicate plate and sprinkled a handful of fresh basil, believing that it would cater to the

suddenly

but Zoey had used it. It appeared that Zoey had realized the snack wasn’t for

feeling of being in love was always

the world. Mark intended for Cecilia to spend one more weekend at the Evans mansion

future, he planned to take it one step at a

desired to go out and buy gifts for Rena and Zoey. She had

with Peter as her companion, while Mark

an

It was Jenna Vaughn.

prestigious position; but she always knew he would soon outshine her and as

on the roadside, strolled over and tapped

of

smile, “I thought that was

girl hurried over

but steal a few

beautiful girl appeared to be around her son’s age, so she coughed and inquired, “Mark,

be exposed to colleagues, Mark

Merely a junior…

a beat, and a sense of discomfort

he introduce her as his girlfriend even within his

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