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,

even

when no one was around them, Edwin frightened Laura to

returned to the living room, she eagerly wanted

had many things they wanted to discuss with

instance, they were considering letting Laura live in Duefron

glanced at

even getting the chance

saw his guests off, out

spun around and caught sight of Edwin, who tended to blush easily, engrossed in reading a fairy tale book while sitting upright and looking

felt a

console Cecilia, knowing that she might have some complaints regarding

On the second floor.

against the French window, silently savoring

her, Mark murmured, “Are

shifted her

facial lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting featured

reached out to caress her

whispered, “They’ve come all the way here. Why didn’t you invite them to

graced Mark’s

This isn’t her usual

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

sensed he had spoken too

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

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

a nod. But

could read

hadn’t spoken this

unfastened the top two

“Should

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

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

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 teaching and

a strong

her head slightly and offered a faint

lived under the same roof, they hadn’t been intimate

this instant, Mark found himself unable

the moment, he lowered the curtain, and they engaged in

a slender

desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause her discomfort

moment kept on until 8:00

come and

remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed downstairs

room was enveloped in

over and nestled in Mark’s

shifted, Mark’s fingers grazed her lips,

blush tinged

herself and

Go and check on Edwin once more. His wound

some ointment

and planted a kiss

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

and she responded by

Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he

the stairs and fetched some food for her

he attended to

up with a shower, and

her, took a bite, and asked, “So,

even

just Looking for something to keep me

remarked, “It’s nice to have something to

pause, Cecilia met his gaze and ventured,

things within the entertainment

lack of concern caught her

Mark grinned.

aspects. One involves money, and the other

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

intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no need for her to seek others.

is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with someone else, he got jealous,

Mark’s expression deepened.

the same

Mark

was confident that he and Cecilia were the perfect match for each

now Cecilia had reverted to her

a strong

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

heart warmed at

look can be costly. However, I don’t think it

smile. She still harbored jealousy over the events from years past. She

Laura had ultimately

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

felt quite anxious regarding

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

Cecilia was strong, and together, they browsed through

you and Mark hold

with

set in May. Mark has been

with a

in Duefron. Yet, his vast network in the northwest meant he often traveled there

Cecilia didn’t complain.

his connections, securing a more relaxed job would be a

Mark dismissed the idea. To him, it

him to indulge in their intimate moments until midnight that

to say

queried, “Is

in her hands, Cecilia 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, as does his for

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