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.

forward and embraced Laura, saying, “My dad’s occupied now,

was even more

the two kids got along, so they allowed them to play together. However, when no one was around

living

had many things they wanted to discuss

letting Laura live in

the idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit

depart with disappointment without even getting the chance to enjoy

his guests off, out of

caught sight of Edwin, who tended to blush easily, engrossed in reading a fairy tale book while sitting upright

felt a swell of

to console Cecilia, knowing that she might have some complaints regarding

On the second floor.

against the French window,

Mark murmured, “Are

her

the soft lighting featured her smooth

by her softness, Mark reached out to caress

Why didn’t you invite them to stay for dinner? Wouldn’t that be a

graced

insisted on leaving. This isn’t her usual self. She’s typically

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

he had

voice, he inquired, “Are

Laura from now on. There’s nothing to

a nod.

read her thoughts Like an open book. The air between

spoken this freely

the top two buttons

“Should I close

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

her, he lifted her in his

would be beneficial for him to

with a strong desire

slightly and offered a faint nod of

month. Even though they lived under the same roof, they

found himself unable to

moment, he lowered the curtain, and they engaged

had a

fearing that he might

moment kept

come and call them for dinner

since the door remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed

room was

rolled over and nestled in Mark’s embrace, his arms damp

fingers grazed her lips, questioning, “Are you

tinged

herself and nodded

Edwin once

ointment

in and planted a

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

and she

dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he suggested, “If you’re feeling

fetched some food for

attended

a shower, and she was

a bite, and asked,

even

something to keep me

remarked, “It’s nice to have

a thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his gaze and ventured,

things within the entertainment industry were

of concern caught

Mark grinned.

into two main aspects. One

need to do something for money. She was born into

during their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no need for her

Whenever Rena exchanged a

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the same

truth, many years ago, Mark used to be

and Cecilia were the perfect match for each other, so

now Cecilia had reverted to

a strong

her hair and expressed, “I’ll stand by your side

warmed at

need to earn a bit more. Sustaining a fresh look can be costly. However, I don’t think it would be

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

Laura

join her for a shopping trip. At this point, Rena

felt quite anxious regarding

unless necessary, and when she did, she was flanked by four

together, they browsed through baby clothes,

and Mark hold the

replied with a

then added, “It’s set in May. Mark has

with a cheerful

Duefron. Yet, his vast network in the northwest meant he often traveled there for work. Even in

Cecilia didn’t complain.

connections, securing a more relaxed job would be a piece

the idea. To him, it

to indulge

pondered what to say next yet opted for

her hesitation, Rena queried, “Is something

feel the things between me and Mark have changed. I’m sure my love for him persists, as does his for

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