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, “My dad’s occupied

even more

them to play together. However, when no one

Laura returned to the living room,

parents had many things they wanted to

live in Duefron with Mark

glanced at Edwin and nervously bit her lower

even getting the chance to enjoy a

his guests off,

who tended to blush easily, engrossed in reading a

a swell of

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

On the second floor.

against the French window, silently

her, Mark murmured, “Are

her gaze toward

facial lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting

Mark reached out to caress her

Why didn’t you invite them to stay for dinner? Wouldn’t that be

graced Mark’s

leaving. This isn’t her usual

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

he had spoken too

a low voice, he inquired, “Are you

parents will look after Laura

gave a nod. But

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

hadn’t spoken this freely

the top two

“Should

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

already risen to secure the door. Returning to her, he lifted her

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

a strong desire for intimacy with

tilted her head slightly and offered a faint

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

found himself unable

lowered the curtain, and they engaged in an

a

that he might inadvertently cause her discomfort

kept on until

and call them for dinner

and since the door remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed downstairs

was enveloped in

Mark’s embrace, his arms

fingers grazed

tinged

over herself and nodded

once more.

some ointment

leaned in and planted

desire for another round, but he restrained

anger flared, and she responded by kicking

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

and fetched some

he attended

up with a shower, and she was

took a bite, and asked, “So,

even

just Looking for something to

head and remarked, “It’s nice to have something to

a thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his

all, the things within the entertainment industry were

lack of concern

Mark grinned.

into two main aspects. One involves money, and

for money. She was born into

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

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

Mark’s expression deepened.

the same from

Mark used to be quite

the perfect match for each other, so he was generous and didn’t fret

Cecilia had reverted

had a strong

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

warmed at

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

over the events from

Laura had ultimately

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

anxious regarding Rena’s

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

was strong, and together, they browsed through baby clothes,

and Mark hold

replied with

then added, “It’s set in May. Mark has been swamped

with a

in Duefron. Yet, his vast network in the northwest meant he often traveled there for work. Even in Duefron, he frequently drank and engaged in

Cecilia didn’t complain.

even once pointed out that with his connections, securing a

To him, it smacked

led him to

what to say

her hesitation, Rena queried, “Is

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

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