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,

was even more

allowed them to play together. However, when no one was around them,

to the living room, she

they wanted to

were considering letting Laura live

however, denied the idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously

with disappointment without even

saw his guests off, out

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

a swell

to console Cecilia, knowing that

On the second floor.

French window, silently

Mark murmured, “Are you

shifted her gaze

the

Mark reached out to

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

smile graced Mark’s

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

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

sensed he had spoken too

low voice, he inquired, “Are you still

parents will look after Laura from now on. There’s nothing

nod. But she was

for some time, could read her thoughts Like

this

the top two

and asked, “Should I close

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

already risen to secure the door. Returning to her, he

busy with his book. I believe it would be beneficial for him

consumed with a strong desire for intimacy

slightly and

a whole month. Even though they lived under the same roof,

this instant, Mark found himself unable to

lowered the curtain, and they engaged in an

a

that he might inadvertently

kept

had to come and call them for

inside, and since the door remained closed, the servant took the hint

room was enveloped

Mark’s embrace, his arms

she shifted, Mark’s fingers grazed her

tinged

over herself

Edwin once more. His wound

ointment

and planted

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

anger flared, and she responded by kicking

to dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he suggested, “If you’re feeling off,

and fetched some food for her

attended

already freshened up with a shower, and

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

even lift her

just Looking for something

gently caressed her head and remarked, “It’s

a thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his gaze

within the entertainment industry

lack of concern caught her off

Mark grinned.

into two main aspects. One involves money, and the

need to do something for money. She

believed if she desired pleasure during their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no need for her to seek others. This gave Mark peace

softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with someone else, he got jealous, especially when she was conversing with

Mark’s expression deepened.

expect the

many years ago, Mark used to be

for each other, so he was

Cecilia had reverted

had a strong fondness

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

heart warmed at his

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

over the events from years past. She was so

Laura

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

anxious

when she did, she

together, they browsed through baby clothes, enjoying

you and Mark hold the

replied with

in May. Mark

came with

company was in Duefron. Yet, his vast network in the northwest meant he often

Cecilia didn’t complain.

that with his connections, securing a more relaxed job would be a piece

the idea. To

which led him to

to say

her hesitation, Rena queried, “Is something

a low tone, “Rena, I somehow feel the things between me

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