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, “My dad’s occupied now, so let me

even more

so they allowed them to play together. However, when no one was around them, Edwin frightened Laura to tears, leaving her too scared to

returned to the living room, she eagerly wanted

they wanted to

Laura live in Duefron

immediately. She glanced at Edwin

had to depart with disappointment without even

his guests off, out of the

of Edwin, who tended to blush easily, engrossed in reading a

felt a swell

knowing that she might have some complaints regarding Laura’s

On the second floor.

rested against the French window, silently

murmured,

shifted her gaze toward

appeared gentle, and the soft

softness, Mark reached out to caress

“They’ve come all the way here. Why didn’t you invite them to stay for dinner? Wouldn’t that be a

graced

This isn’t her usual self. She’s typically well-behaved,

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

he had

he inquired, “Are you still

Paul’s parents will look after Laura from now on. There’s

gave a nod. But she

who had shared his life with Cecilia for some time, could read her thoughts Like an open book. The air between them

hadn’t spoken this freely in

two buttons of

and asked, “Should I close the

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

to her, he lifted her in his arms,

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

consumed with a strong desire

head slightly and offered a faint nod of

month. Even though they lived under the same roof,

Mark found himself unable to resist any

he lowered the curtain, and they engaged

a slender

fearing that

kept on

come and call them for

was no sound from inside, and since the door remained closed, the servant

was enveloped

in Mark’s embrace, his arms damp with

grazed her lips,

blush tinged

herself and nodded

check on Edwin once more. His wound is

ointment

in and planted

desire for another round, but he restrained

and she responded by

to dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled

stairs and fetched

attended to

and she was now multitasking, reading the script

took a bite, and asked, “So, you’re

even lift

something to keep

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

his gaze and ventured, “Doesn’t it worry

all, the things within the entertainment

of concern

Mark grinned.

into two main aspects. One

to do something for money. She was

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

quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with someone else, he got jealous, especially when she was

Mark’s expression deepened.

the

Mark used to be

and Cecilia were the perfect match for each other, so he was generous and

reverted to her

a strong fondness for

expressed, “I’ll stand by your side in the

heart warmed at his

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

still harbored jealousy over

regarding Laura

for a shopping trip. At this point,

anxious

necessary, and when she did, she was flanked by

was strong, and together, they browsed through baby

Mark hold the

with a

in May. Mark has been swamped

came with

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

that with his connections, securing a

dismissed the idea. To

led him to indulge

to say next yet

her hesitation, Rena queried, “Is something troubling

with 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

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