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.

forward and embraced Laura, saying, “My dad’s occupied now, so let me

was even

kids got along, so they allowed them to play together. However, when no one was

Laura returned to the living room, she eagerly

had many things they wanted to discuss

live in Duefron

immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit her lower

parents had to depart with disappointment without even getting

off,

blush easily, engrossed in reading a

felt a swell

upstairs to console Cecilia, knowing that she might have some complaints

On the second floor.

the French window, silently savoring the

her, Mark murmured,

her gaze

facial lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting

her softness, Mark reached

invite them to stay for dinner? Wouldn’t that be

graced Mark’s

insisted on leaving. This isn’t her usual self. She’s typically well-behaved, but today she’s

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had

low voice, he inquired, “Are you still

will look after Laura from now

nod.

with Cecilia for some time, could read her thoughts Like an open book. The air between them felt

spoken this freely

two buttons

paused and asked, “Should

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

door. Returning to her, he lifted

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

with a strong

her head slightly and

whole month. Even though they lived

himself unable

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

a slender

fearing that he might inadvertently cause

kept

servant had to come and call them for

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

room was

and nestled in Mark’s

fingers grazed her lips,

blush tinged

pulled the blanket over herself and nodded

and check on Edwin once more. His wound

ointment on

planted

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

flared, and she responded

that point, Mark rose to dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he suggested, “If you’re feeling off, a shower might

descended the stairs and fetched

he attended

freshened up with a shower, and she was now multitasking, reading the script while enjoying her

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

didn’t even lift

something to

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

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

things within the entertainment industry

concern caught her off

Mark grinned.

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

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

desired pleasure during their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There

the script and softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the same

ago, Mark used to be

match for each other, so he was generous and didn’t fret

reverted to her

a strong fondness

tousled her hair and expressed, “I’ll stand by your

heart warmed at his

fresh look can be costly. However,

over the events from years past.

regarding Laura

invited Rena to join her for a shopping trip. At this point, Rena

quite anxious

rarely ventured outside unless necessary, and when she did,

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

and Mark hold

with

added, “It’s set in

response came with

his vast network in the northwest meant he often traveled there for work. Even in Duefron, he frequently drank and engaged

Cecilia didn’t complain.

his connections, securing a more

idea. To him, it smacked of

age gap, which led him to indulge

to say next

queried, “Is something

somehow feel the things between

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