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.

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

was even more

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

to the living

things they wanted to

live in Duefron with Mark by her

glanced at Edwin

depart with disappointment without even getting

guests off, out of the

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

felt a swell

console Cecilia, knowing that she might have some

On the second floor.

against the French window, silently savoring

murmured,

shifted her

lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting featured

Mark reached out to

all the way here. Why didn’t you invite

smile graced Mark’s

her usual self. She’s typically well-behaved, but today she’s

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had spoken

inquired, “Are

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

nod. But she

time, could read her thoughts Like an

spoken this freely

unfastened the top two buttons

asked, “Should

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

secure the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in

would be beneficial for him to spend some time with Waylen. After all, he is skilled

a strong desire

slightly and offered

lived under the same roof, they hadn’t been intimate during

himself unable to resist any

the heat of the moment, he lowered the curtain,

had a

desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause her discomfort

moment kept on until

and

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

room was enveloped in

rolled over and nestled in Mark’s

she shifted, Mark’s fingers grazed

tinged

pulled the blanket over herself

Edwin once

ointment

planted

a desire for another round, but he restrained himself

she responded

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

the stairs and fetched some

attended to

his return, Cecilia had already freshened up with a shower, and she was now

asked, “So, you’re serious about joining the

even lift

for something to

“It’s nice to have something to occupy your

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

within

of concern caught her

Mark grinned.

two main aspects. One involves money, and the other pertains

something for money. She

she desired pleasure during their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no need for her to seek

through the script and softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with someone else, he got

Mark’s expression deepened.

the

ago, Mark used to

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

now Cecilia had reverted to

a strong fondness

stand by your side in

warmed at his

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

issue regarding Laura had ultimately

trip. At this point, Rena was nearing

felt quite anxious regarding

and when she did, she was flanked by

Cecilia was strong, and together, they

you and Mark hold

replied with

“It’s set in May. Mark has been

response 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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

his connections, securing a more relaxed job

Mark dismissed the idea. To him, it

their age gap, which led him to indulge

say next yet opted

Rena queried, “Is something

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

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