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.

time, Edwin stepped forward and embraced Laura, saying, “My dad’s occupied now, so let me

even

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

to the living room, she eagerly wanted to

parents had many things they wanted to discuss with

they were considering letting Laura live in

immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit

had to depart with disappointment without even getting the

saw his guests off, out

Edwin, who tended to blush easily, engrossed in reading a fairy tale book while sitting upright and

a swell of

went upstairs to console Cecilia, knowing that she might have

On the second floor.

against the French window,

Mark murmured,

shifted her gaze toward

appeared gentle, and the soft

by her softness, Mark reached out

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

graced Mark’s

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

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had spoken

he inquired,

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

gave a nod. But she was

his life with Cecilia for some time, could read her thoughts Like an open

spoken this freely in

unfastened the top two buttons

“Should I close

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

door. Returning to her,

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

a strong desire for intimacy with

tilted her head slightly and offered a faint

for a whole month. Even though they lived

instant, Mark found himself unable to

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

had a slender

desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause her

moment kept on

had to come and call them for dinner

remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed downstairs to attend

room was enveloped in

nestled in Mark’s embrace, his

grazed her

tinged Cecilia’s

pulled the blanket over herself and nodded with a soft

once more.

some ointment

and planted

round, but

flared, and she responded by kicking

Mark rose to dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled

and fetched some food for her

he attended to

already freshened up with a shower, and she

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

didn’t even

just Looking for something to keep

and remarked, “It’s nice to

his gaze and ventured, “Doesn’t

within the

lack of concern caught her

Mark grinned.

main aspects. One involves money, and the other pertains

money.

needs in that regard. There was no need for

and softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the

truth, many years ago, Mark used to be

was confident that he and Cecilia were the perfect match for each other, so he was generous and didn’t

now Cecilia had reverted to her

strong fondness

stand

warmed at

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

jealousy over the events

issue regarding Laura had

join her for a shopping trip. At

quite anxious regarding Rena’s

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

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

and Mark hold

with

added, “It’s set in May. Mark

with a cheerful

meant he often traveled there for work. Even in Duefron, he frequently drank and engaged

Cecilia didn’t complain.

pointed out that with his connections, securing a more

dismissed the idea. To him, it smacked of early

to indulge in their intimate

say next yet

Rena queried, “Is something troubling

garment 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,

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