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,

was even

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

to the living room,

things they

letting Laura live in Duefron with Mark by

denied the idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit

even

saw his guests off,

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

a swell

to console Cecilia, knowing that she might have some complaints

On the second floor.

rested against the French window,

murmured, “Are you

her gaze

lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting featured

her softness, Mark reached out to caress her

the way here. 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.

had spoken

inquired, “Are you

after Laura from

gave a nod. But she

who had shared his life with Cecilia for some time, could read her thoughts Like an

hadn’t spoken this

unfastened the top two buttons

asked, “Should I close

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

already risen to secure the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in his

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

strong desire for intimacy

her head slightly and offered

a whole month. Even though they lived under

this instant, Mark found himself

the

a slender

struggled to restrain his desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause

intimate moment kept on until 8:00

had to come and call them for

was no sound from inside, and since the door remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed downstairs to

room was

Mark’s embrace,

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

blush tinged

blanket over herself and nodded with a

on Edwin once

some ointment

in and planted a kiss

plenty of energy and a desire for another round, but he restrained himself and whispered,

and she responded by

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

fetched some food for her

attended

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

bite, and asked, “So, you’re

even lift her

Looking for something to keep me

head and remarked, “It’s

a thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his gaze and

all, the things within

of concern caught

Mark grinned.

main aspects. One involves money, and the other

money. She was born into a wealthy family, after

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

and softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with someone else, he got jealous, especially when she was conversing with

Mark’s expression deepened.

expect 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

now Cecilia had reverted to her

a strong fondness for

hair and expressed, “I’ll stand by

heart warmed

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

jealousy over the events from years past. She

regarding Laura had

shopping trip. At this point, Rena

quite anxious regarding

ventured outside unless necessary, and when she did, she was flanked

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

you and Mark hold

replied with

“It’s set in

response came with a cheerful

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

that with his connections, securing a more relaxed job would

To him,

gap, which led him to indulge in their intimate moments until midnight that

what to say next

her hesitation, Rena queried,

feel the things between me and Mark have changed. I’m sure my love

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