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.

Edwin stepped forward and embraced Laura, saying, “My dad’s occupied

was even more

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

Laura returned to the living room,

they wanted to

Laura live in Duefron with Mark by

idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit

depart with disappointment without even getting the chance to enjoy a

off, out

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

a swell of

upstairs to console Cecilia, knowing that she might

On the second floor.

against the French window, silently savoring

murmured,

shifted her gaze toward

and the soft lighting

her softness, Mark reached out to caress her

here. Why didn’t you invite them to stay for dinner? Wouldn’t that

smile graced Mark’s

This isn’t her usual self. She’s

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

sensed he had spoken

a low voice, he inquired, “Are you

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

gave a nod. But she

some time, could read her thoughts Like an open book.

hadn’t spoken this freely in

two buttons

and asked, “Should I

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in his arms, pressing her against the French

tender, his words a soft murmur, “Edwin is busy with his book. I believe it would be beneficial for him to spend some time with Waylen. After all, he is skilled

was consumed with a strong desire

and offered a faint

a whole month. Even though they lived under the

himself unable to resist any

he lowered the

a

that he might inadvertently cause her

moment kept

had to come and call them for dinner

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

room was enveloped

rolled over and nestled in Mark’s embrace,

fingers grazed her lips, questioning,

blush tinged

herself and

and check on Edwin once more. His wound is

ointment

leaned in and planted a kiss on

but he restrained

anger flared, and she

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

the stairs and fetched some food for her

attended to

already freshened up with a shower, and she was now

sat beside her, took a bite, and asked, “So, you’re serious

didn’t even

just Looking for something to keep

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

thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his

the things within the entertainment

lack of concern

Mark grinned.

aspects. One involves money, and the other pertains

no need to do something for money. She was born into a

intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard.

Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with someone

Mark’s expression deepened.

the same

years ago, Mark used to

he and Cecilia were the perfect match for each

Cecilia had reverted to

a strong

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

warmed at his

“You might need to earn a bit more. Sustaining a fresh look can be costly. However, I don’t

harbored jealousy over the events from years past. She

regarding Laura had ultimately been

a shopping trip. At this point, Rena was nearing

anxious regarding

when she did, she was flanked by four

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

Mark hold the

with a

in May. Mark has

came with a cheerful

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

securing a more

To

which led him to indulge in their intimate moments

to say next yet opted

queried, “Is

in a low tone, “Rena, I somehow feel the things

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