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.

this time, Edwin stepped forward and embraced Laura, saying, “My dad’s occupied now, so

was even more

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

the living room, she eagerly

parents had many things they wanted to discuss with

they were considering letting Laura live

the idea immediately. She glanced

parents had to depart with disappointment without even getting the chance to enjoy

off, out of

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

a

Cecilia, knowing that she might have some complaints

On the second floor.

against the French window,

murmured,

her gaze toward

facial lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting featured

softness, Mark reached

come all the way here. Why didn’t you invite them

graced

insisted on leaving. This isn’t her usual self.

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had

inquired,

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

gave a nod. But she

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

this freely

two buttons

asked, “Should I close the

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

Returning to her, he lifted her in his arms, pressing her against

with his book. I believe it would be beneficial for him to spend some time

strong desire for

slightly and offered a faint

had been arguing for a whole month. Even though they lived

himself unable to resist

lowered the curtain, and they engaged in an intimate

had a

desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause her discomfort

intimate moment kept on until

had to come and call them for dinner

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

room was enveloped

in Mark’s embrace, his arms

Mark’s fingers grazed her lips, questioning,

tinged Cecilia’s

blanket over herself and nodded with a

on Edwin once more. His wound

some ointment on

leaned in and planted

desire for another round, but he restrained himself and whispered, “Have you been holding back for

she responded by kicking

himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he

descended the stairs and fetched some

attended to

had already freshened up with a shower, and she

a bite, and asked, “So, you’re

even lift her

just Looking for something to keep me

remarked, “It’s nice to have

thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his gaze and

things within the entertainment industry

lack of concern caught her off

Mark grinned.

could be drawn into two main aspects. One

do something for money.

needs in that regard. There was no need

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

Mark’s expression deepened.

the same from

Mark used to be quite

were the perfect match for each

reverted

a strong

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

warmed at

fresh look can be costly. However, I don’t think it would be a big deal to

smile. She still harbored jealousy over the events from years past.

issue regarding Laura had ultimately been

At this point, Rena was nearing her seventh

felt quite anxious regarding Rena’s

when she did, she was flanked

Cecilia was strong, and together, they browsed through baby

Mark

with

in May.

with a cheerful

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

out that with his connections, securing a more relaxed job

Mark dismissed the idea. To him, it smacked

their age gap, which led him to indulge in their

say next yet

queried, “Is something

her hands, Cecilia confessed in a low tone, “Rena, I somehow feel the things between me and Mark

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