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.

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

even more

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

living room, she eagerly

parents had many things they wanted to

instance, they were considering letting Laura live in Duefron

the idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin and

depart with disappointment without even getting the

his guests off,

tended to blush easily, engrossed in reading a fairy tale

a

upstairs to console Cecilia, knowing that she

On the second floor.

French window, silently savoring the

her, Mark murmured, “Are you

shifted her gaze toward

gentle, and the soft lighting featured her

Mark reached out

didn’t you invite them to stay

smile graced

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

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

sensed he had spoken

a low voice, he inquired, “Are you still upset with

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

a nod.

could read her thoughts Like an open

spoken this freely

the top two

“Should I

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

Returning to her,

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 time with Waylen. After all, he is skilled at

consumed with a strong desire

her head slightly and offered a

arguing for a whole month. Even though they lived under the same roof, they hadn’t

Mark found himself unable to

the moment, he lowered the curtain, and they

a slender

restrain his desires, fearing that he might inadvertently

intimate moment kept on until 8:00

had to come and call them for dinner

remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed

was

nestled in Mark’s

fingers grazed her lips, questioning, “Are you

tinged Cecilia’s

the blanket over herself and nodded with a

check on Edwin once more. His wound is

ointment

planted a

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

she

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

and fetched some

he attended

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

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

even lift her

just Looking for something to

remarked, “It’s nice to

his gaze and

things within

lack of concern caught

Mark grinned.

be drawn into two main aspects. One

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

needs in that regard. There was no

softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a

Mark’s expression deepened.

expect the same from

ago, Mark used to be

and Cecilia were the perfect match for

Cecilia had reverted to her previous

had a strong

stand by your side

warmed at his

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

flashed a smile. She still harbored jealousy over the events from years

regarding Laura had

trip. At this point,

quite anxious regarding

necessary, and when

bond between Rena and Cecilia was strong, and together, they browsed through baby clothes, enjoying each

Mark hold the wedding

replied with

“It’s set in May. Mark has

response came with a

company was in Duefron. Yet, his vast network in the northwest meant he often traveled there for work.

Cecilia didn’t complain.

securing

Mark dismissed the idea. To him, it smacked

their age gap, which led him to indulge in

to say next

queried, “Is something troubling

“Rena, I somehow feel the things between me and Mark have changed. I’m sure my love for him persists, as does his

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