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.

and embraced Laura, saying, “My dad’s

even

so they allowed them to play together. However, when

to the living room, she eagerly wanted to

things they wanted to discuss

live

She glanced at Edwin

with disappointment without even getting the chance to enjoy a proper

saw his guests off, out of

around and caught sight of Edwin, who tended to blush easily, engrossed in reading a

a swell

knowing that

On the second floor.

against the French window, silently savoring

Mark murmured,

shifted her gaze toward

the soft lighting

Mark reached out to caress

the way here. Why didn’t you invite them to

smile graced Mark’s

insisted on leaving. This isn’t her usual

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had spoken

inquired, “Are you

parents will look after Laura

nod. But she

with Cecilia for some time, could read her thoughts Like

spoken this freely

the top two buttons

asked, “Should I close the

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

Returning to her,

murmur, “Edwin is busy with his book. I believe it would be beneficial for him to spend some time with Waylen. After all,

strong desire for

her head slightly and offered

lived under the same roof,

instant, Mark found himself unable to resist any

the heat of the moment, he lowered the

a

desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause

moment kept on until 8:00

had to come and call

door remained closed, the

room was enveloped

rolled over and nestled in Mark’s

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

blush tinged

pulled the blanket over herself and nodded with a soft

and check on Edwin once more. His wound is bothering

some ointment on

leaned in and planted a

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

anger flared, and she responded by kicking

dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he suggested, “If

stairs and fetched some food

attended to

with a shower, and she was now multitasking, reading the script while enjoying her

bite, and asked, “So,

didn’t even lift her

just Looking for something to keep

and remarked, “It’s nice to have something to occupy

his gaze and

the things within the entertainment

concern

Mark grinned.

two main aspects. One involves money, and the

no need to do something for money. She was born

in that regard.

softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with someone else,

Mark’s expression deepened.

the

many years ago, Mark used to be

he was confident that he and Cecilia were the perfect match for each

Cecilia had reverted to her previous

had a strong

expressed, “I’ll stand

heart warmed at

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

jealousy over the events from years past. She

Laura had ultimately been

for a shopping trip. At this point, Rena was nearing

anxious

unless necessary, and when she did, she

and Cecilia was strong, and together, they browsed

you and Mark hold

with a

set in May. Mark

came with a cheerful

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

connections, securing

Mark dismissed the idea. To

led him to indulge in their intimate moments until

what to say next yet

hesitation, Rena queried, “Is

the things between me and Mark have

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