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.

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

even more

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

returned to the living room, she

parents had many things they

they were considering letting Laura live in Duefron with Mark

immediately. She glanced

depart with disappointment without even

his guests off, out of the

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

a swell of

knowing that she

On the second floor.

against the French window,

Mark murmured,

shifted her gaze toward

facial lines appeared gentle, and the

by her softness, Mark reached out to caress her

“They’ve come all the way here. Why didn’t you invite

graced

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

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

sensed he had

voice, he inquired,

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

gave a nod. But she

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

this

two

“Should I close the

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

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

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

strong desire for

head slightly and offered

month. Even though they lived under the same roof, they hadn’t

this instant, Mark found himself unable to resist

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

had a

his desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause

intimate moment kept on

and call them

remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed downstairs

was

in Mark’s embrace, his arms

Mark’s fingers grazed

blush tinged

pulled the blanket over herself and nodded with

once

ointment on

and planted a kiss on

plenty of energy and a desire for another round, but he restrained

anger flared, and she responded

that point, Mark rose to dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he suggested,

descended the stairs and fetched some

attended

already freshened up with a shower, and she was now multitasking, reading

sat beside her, took a bite, and asked,

even

just Looking for something to keep me

and remarked, “It’s nice to

met his

the things within

concern

Mark grinned.

into two main aspects. One involves money, and

to do something for money. She

in that regard. There was no need for her to seek others. This gave Mark

through the script and softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged

Mark’s expression deepened.

expect the

many years ago, Mark

were the perfect match for each other,

Cecilia had reverted to her

had a strong fondness

stand by your side in the days

heart warmed at his

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

still harbored jealousy over

issue regarding Laura had

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

felt quite anxious regarding Rena’s

and when she did, she was

strong, and together, they

you and Mark

replied with

set in May. Mark has

with a

the northwest meant he often traveled

Cecilia didn’t complain.

pointed out that with his connections, securing

idea. To

him to indulge in their intimate

what to say

hesitation, Rena queried, “Is something

things between me and Mark have changed. I’m sure my love

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