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,

even

when no one was around them,

the living room, she eagerly

parents had many things they wanted

considering letting Laura live

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

disappointment without even

guests off,

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

a

that she might have some complaints regarding

On the second floor.

rested against the French

murmured, “Are

her

appeared gentle, and the soft lighting

reached out to caress

whispered, “They’ve come all the way here. Why didn’t you invite them to stay

graced

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

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had spoken

low voice, he inquired, “Are

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

nod.

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

spoken this freely in

the top two buttons

paused and asked, “Should I

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

Mark had already risen to secure the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in his arms, pressing her against the French

words a soft murmur, “Edwin is busy with his book. I believe it would be beneficial

a strong

and offered a faint

had been arguing for a whole month. Even though they lived under the same roof,

instant, Mark found himself unable

lowered the curtain, and they

had a slender

that he might inadvertently cause

moment kept

come and call them

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

was enveloped

Mark’s embrace, his

grazed

tinged

pulled the blanket over herself and nodded

once more. His wound is bothering

ointment

planted

but he restrained himself and whispered, “Have you been

and she responded

his wrinkled

stairs and fetched some

attended to

up with a shower, and she

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

didn’t even

Looking for something to

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

his gaze and ventured, “Doesn’t it

all, the things within the entertainment industry

concern caught her

Mark grinned.

main aspects. One

do something for money. She was born

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

the script and softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words

Mark’s expression deepened.

expect the same from

many years ago, Mark used to be

and Cecilia were the perfect match for

reverted to her previous

strong fondness

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

heart warmed at

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

smile. She still harbored jealousy over the

Laura had ultimately

join her for a shopping trip. At

quite anxious regarding

necessary, and when she did, she was

bond between Rena and Cecilia was strong, and together, they browsed through baby

Mark

replied with

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

with a cheerful

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

securing a more relaxed

To him, it smacked of

led him to indulge in

what to say

her hesitation, Rena queried, “Is something

a low tone, “Rena, I somehow feel the things between me and Mark

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