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.

stepped forward and embraced Laura, saying,

was even

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

Laura returned to the living room, she eagerly

things they

were considering letting Laura live in Duefron with Mark

glanced at Edwin

without even getting the

off, out of the

blush easily, engrossed in reading a fairy tale book while sitting upright and looking

felt a

console Cecilia, knowing that she

On the second floor.

against the French window, silently savoring

murmured, “Are

her gaze toward

and the soft lighting featured

by her softness, Mark reached out to caress

you invite them to

smile graced

her usual self. She’s typically

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

he had spoken too

inquired, “Are you still upset

resolved now. Paul’s parents will look after Laura from

nod.

his life with Cecilia for some time, could read

spoken this freely in

two buttons of

asked, “Should I close

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

risen to secure 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

strong

head slightly and offered a faint

Even though they lived under the same roof, they hadn’t been intimate during

this instant, Mark found himself unable

the

had a slender

to restrain his desires, fearing that

intimate moment kept on until 8:00

to come and

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

room was enveloped

in Mark’s embrace, his

shifted, Mark’s fingers grazed her lips,

tinged

over herself and nodded

and check on Edwin once more. His wound

ointment

in and planted a kiss on

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

she

Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he suggested,

descended the stairs and fetched some food for her

attended to

Cecilia had already freshened up with a shower, and she

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

didn’t even

Looking for something to keep

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

pause, Cecilia met his gaze and ventured,

the things within

of concern caught

Mark grinned.

could be drawn into two main aspects. One involves money,

need to do something for money.

during their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no need for her to

“Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the

Mark used

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

Cecilia had reverted to

a strong

stand by your side in

warmed at his

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

flashed a smile. She still harbored jealousy over the

issue regarding Laura had

shopping trip. At this point, Rena was nearing her seventh month

felt quite anxious regarding Rena’s

and when she did,

Cecilia was strong, and together, they browsed through

Mark

replied with

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

with a

he often traveled

Cecilia didn’t complain.

even once pointed out that with his connections, securing a more relaxed job would be a piece of

To him, it smacked of

which led him to indulge in their intimate moments

what to say next yet

her hesitation, Rena queried, “Is something troubling

hands, Cecilia confessed in a low tone, “Rena, I somehow feel the things between me and Mark have changed. I’m sure

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