Mark headed down to prepare the dinner.

Cecilia quickly tidied the room and then delved into reading the script.

This particular drama, suggested by Rena for its match to Cecilia’s act, cast her as a sophisticated lady, a role Cecilia was eager to embody.

Cecilia found the role appealing. The script held her in its enchanting grip.

When Mark ascended the stairs to invite her for dinner, she glanced up and experienced a twinge in her neck.

Mark grabbed the script and flipped through a few pages. He couldn’t contain his laughter.

Cecilia felt a touch of frustration due to embarrassment. The script seemed somewhat childish, but as a newcomer, she couldn’t jump into a serious drama at once.

She reached for the script, inadvertently brushing against him. But by accident, she bumped into him.

Their bodies tumbled onto the couch, entwining as they overlapped, creating a romantic scene.

Despite their many intimate encounters, the unexpected excitement still left them breathless, especially Mark, who cherished holding Cecilia close.

Cecilia felt a bit uncomfortable and tucked her hair behind her ear.

“Stand up from me.”

Mark chose not to rise but instead cradled her close, planting a soft kiss on her lips.

“Are you still upset with me?”

Her nod was unguarded and sincere. Edwin got this very expression from her.

Mark felt a surge of warmth, a blend of desire and affection.

His cheek pressed against hers, their warm skin melding together. He whispered gently, “Can I offer myself as amends to you? Is that acceptable? Don’t be upset. You’re such a lovely girl. Frowning might cause wrinkles.”

Cecilia found herself pinned beneath him. She was unable to move away.

Her eyes, rimmed with red, conveyed frustration.

“If not for Waylen, I would never have returned to your side.”

Waylen had once advised her, “You won’t know if the path ahead is right or wrong until you reach its end. If the path ahead seems rough, turn back. I’ll always be here waiting for you.”

Cecilia cherished the assurance of having a family that supported her unconditionally.

She gave Mark an angry thump.

It could be seen as an outlet, providing some little relief in their relationship.

Mark responded with another kiss, tenderly tracing the contours of her grown figure.

They had to have dinner, so Mark refrained from being overly hasty.

The days that followed were filled with tranquility.

The influence of the Evans and Fowler families was far-reaching and formidable.

Waylen stood as the top lawyer in law and politics, effortlessly prevailing in any legal battle.

The case proceeded without a hitch.

After the initial trial, the court ruled in favor of granting custody of Laura to Paul’s parents.

Paul’s parents’ joy was uncontainable.

They travel north with Laura, arriving in Duefron to express their gratitude to Mark.

They decided not to give Mark advance notice of their visit. Upon reaching Mark’s villa gate, they informed the doorman that they had come to see Mark.

Meanwhile, Mark was engaged with Edwin.

A servant approached Mark with a look of ambivalence, reporting, “Mr. Evans, you have visitors at the gate. Additionally, they were accompanied by an adorable young girl.”

Mark guessed the identity of the guests, and he found himself in a difficult situation.

His gaze shifted to Cecilia.

Cecilia’s eyes were a bit teary, but she remained composed.

“They have arrived. Go ahead and greet them.”

Mark’s hand rested on her shoulder, offering a comforting caress.

Cecilia, preferring to avoid the visitors, went upstairs.

Mark watched her depart before instructing the servant, “Please, let them in.”

Edwin raised his head proudly and inquired innocently, “Is that Laura?”

Mark was taken aback.

At that moment, Paul’s parents arrived, Laura in tow, bearing an array of unique goods from Czanch. Among these, Paul’s mother had selected some items specifically for children.

Paul’s mother gazed at Edwin with warmth in her eyes.

“You must be Edwin, right? Peter mentioned how adorable you are.”

Edwin’s innocence was unmistakable.

Yet, out of the younger generation, Edwin was known for being the most mischievous one as he grew up.

The compliment to Edwin lifted Mark’s spirits.

While Mark was fond of Laura, he refrained from embracing her, considering Cecilia’s feelings.

Laura appeared somewhat let down.

saying, “My dad’s occupied now, so let

was even more

kids got along, so they allowed them to play together. However, when no one was around them, Edwin frightened Laura to tears, leaving her

to the living room, she eagerly wanted to

they wanted to discuss with

they were considering letting Laura live in

idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit her lower

disappointment without even getting the chance to

saw his guests off, out of the

easily, engrossed in reading a fairy tale

a swell

Cecilia, knowing that she might have

On the second floor.

against the French window, silently savoring the

Mark murmured, “Are

shifted her gaze

appeared gentle, and the soft

by her softness, Mark reached out to caress

didn’t you invite them to stay for dinner? Wouldn’t

smile graced Mark’s

isn’t her usual self. She’s typically

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

sensed he had spoken

he inquired,

parents will look after Laura from now on. There’s nothing to

nod. But she was

his life with Cecilia for some time, could read her thoughts Like an open book. The air between

spoken this freely

top two buttons of his

“Should I close the

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

secure the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in his arms, pressing her

and kisses were tender, his words a soft murmur, “Edwin is busy with his book. I believe it would be beneficial for him to spend some time with Waylen. After all, he is skilled at teaching

with a strong desire

her head slightly and offered a faint nod of

for a whole month. Even though they lived under the same roof, they hadn’t

himself unable to resist any

lowered the curtain, and they

had a

desires, fearing that

intimate moment kept on

and call them for dinner

inside, and since the door remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed downstairs to attend to

was enveloped

rolled over and nestled in Mark’s embrace, his

shifted, Mark’s fingers grazed her lips, questioning, “Are you

tinged

herself and

once more. His wound is

ointment

in and planted a kiss on

of energy and a desire for another round, but he restrained himself and whispered, “Have you been holding back

she responded by

Mark rose to dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he suggested, “If you’re feeling off, a

and fetched some food

he attended to

freshened up with a shower, and she was now multitasking, reading the script while

beside her, took a bite, and asked, “So, you’re serious about joining the

didn’t even

Looking for something

her head and remarked, “It’s nice to have something

thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his gaze and ventured, “Doesn’t it worry

the things within the entertainment industry were

of concern caught

Mark grinned.

two main aspects. One involves money, and the other

something for money. She was born into

needs in that regard. There was no need for her to seek others. This gave

“Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few

Mark’s expression deepened.

the

truth, many years ago, Mark used to

he was confident that he and Cecilia were the perfect match for each other, so he was generous and didn’t fret as

Cecilia had reverted to her

had a strong fondness

“I’ll stand by your side

heart warmed at

can be costly. However, I don’t think it would be a

a smile. She still harbored jealousy over the events from years past. She was

regarding Laura

Rena to join her for a shopping trip. At this point, Rena was nearing her seventh

felt quite anxious

and when she did, she was flanked

was strong, and together, they browsed through baby clothes, enjoying each

Mark hold the wedding

with

then added, “It’s set in May. Mark

with a

in the northwest meant he often traveled

Cecilia didn’t complain.

even once pointed out that with his connections, securing a more

idea. To him,

which led him to indulge in their

what to say

queried, “Is something troubling

Cecilia confessed in a low tone, “Rena, I somehow feel the things between me and Mark have changed. I’m sure my love for him persists, as does

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