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,

was even more

they allowed them to play together. However, when no one

the living room, she eagerly

they

Laura live in Duefron with Mark by

immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit her

without even getting

saw his guests off, out

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

felt a

that

On the second floor.

the French window, silently

Mark murmured,

shifted her gaze toward

facial lines appeared gentle, and the soft

reached out to caress her

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

smile graced Mark’s

This isn’t her usual self. She’s

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had spoken

inquired, “Are you still upset

Laura from now

gave a nod. But she was

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

spoken this freely

unfastened the top two buttons

and asked, “Should I close

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in his arms, pressing

and kisses were tender, his words a soft murmur, “Edwin is busy with his book. I believe it would be beneficial for

was consumed with a strong desire

and offered

arguing for a whole month. Even though they lived under the same

instant, Mark found himself unable to resist any

the moment, he lowered the curtain, and they engaged in an

had a slender

to restrain his desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause her discomfort

intimate moment kept

and call them

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

was

Mark’s embrace, his arms damp

grazed her lips, questioning, “Are you

blush tinged Cecilia’s

blanket over herself and nodded with a soft

on Edwin once more. His wound is

ointment

planted a kiss on

of energy and a desire for another round, but he restrained himself and whispered, “Have you been

she responded by

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

descended the stairs and fetched

he attended

up with a shower, and she was

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

didn’t even lift

something to keep me

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

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

within the

lack of concern caught her

Mark grinned.

One involves money, and the

to do something for money. She was born into a wealthy family, after

their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that

Rena exchanged

Mark’s expression deepened.

the same

truth, many years ago, Mark used to be

were the perfect match for each

had reverted to

strong fondness

stand by your

heart warmed at his

can be

jealousy over the events

regarding Laura had ultimately

join her for a shopping trip. At

anxious

unless necessary, and when

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

you and Mark hold

with

then added, “It’s set in May. Mark

with a cheerful

his vast network in the northwest meant he often traveled

Cecilia didn’t complain.

his connections, securing

Mark dismissed the idea. To

minded their age gap, which led him to indulge in their intimate

pondered what to say next

her hesitation, Rena queried,

a small garment in her hands, Cecilia confessed in a low tone, “Rena, I somehow 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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