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, “My dad’s occupied now, so let me hug

even

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

the living room,

many things they wanted to discuss

were considering letting Laura live

the idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit her lower

had to depart with disappointment without even getting the

guests off,

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

felt a swell of

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

On the second floor.

against the French window, silently

murmured,

her gaze

facial lines appeared gentle, and the

reached out to caress

way here. Why didn’t you invite them to stay

graced

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

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

he had spoken

low voice, he inquired, “Are

Laura

gave a nod. But she was

had shared his life with Cecilia for some time, could read her thoughts Like an open book. The

hadn’t spoken this freely

top two buttons

and asked, “Should I

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

risen to secure the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in his arms,

kisses were tender, his words a soft murmur, “Edwin is busy with his book. I believe it would be beneficial for him to spend some

consumed with a strong

and

though they lived under the

instant, Mark found himself unable to resist

the moment, he lowered the

a slender

to restrain his desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause her discomfort

moment kept on until 8:00

servant had to come and call

remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed downstairs

was enveloped in

over and nestled in Mark’s embrace, his arms damp with

shifted, Mark’s fingers grazed

tinged

blanket over herself and nodded with

Edwin once more. His

ointment on

leaned in and planted a

a desire for another round, but he restrained himself and whispered, “Have

she responded by

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

and fetched some food

he attended

return, Cecilia had already freshened up with a shower, and she was now

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

didn’t even lift

just Looking for something to keep me

remarked, “It’s nice to have something

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

all, the things within the

concern caught her

Mark grinned.

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

for money. She was born into a wealthy family,

that regard. There

Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with someone else, he got jealous, especially when she was conversing

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the

Mark used

for each other, so he

reverted to her previous

had a strong

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

heart warmed at his

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

harbored jealousy over the events from years past. She

Laura had ultimately been

invited Rena to join her for a shopping trip. At this point, Rena was nearing her seventh month

felt quite anxious

rarely ventured outside unless necessary, and when she did, she was flanked

Rena and Cecilia was strong, and together, they

you and Mark hold the

with a

in May.

came with a cheerful

he often traveled there for work. Even in Duefron,

Cecilia didn’t complain.

securing a more relaxed job would be a

idea. To him, it smacked of

which led him to indulge

pondered what to say next yet opted for

her hesitation, Rena queried, “Is something troubling

confessed in a low tone, “Rena, I somehow feel the things between me and Mark have changed. I’m sure my love for him persists,

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