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.

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

was even

parents thought the two kids got along, so they allowed them to play together. However, when no one was around them, Edwin frightened Laura to tears, leaving her too

living room,

things they wanted to discuss

were considering letting Laura live in Duefron with Mark

denied the idea immediately. She glanced at

even

his guests off,

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

a swell of

Cecilia, knowing that she might have some complaints regarding Laura’s

On the second floor.

the French window,

murmured, “Are you

shifted her gaze

and the soft lighting

reached out to caress her

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

graced

her usual self.

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had

inquired, “Are

look after Laura from now on. There’s nothing

a nod. But she

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

this freely in

the top two buttons of his

asked, “Should I close

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

door. Returning to her, he lifted her

kisses were tender, his words a soft murmur, “Edwin is busy with his book. I believe it would be beneficial

strong

head slightly and offered a faint

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

Mark found himself unable

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

had a slender

that he

intimate moment kept on

and call them for dinner

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

room was

Mark’s embrace, his arms

Mark’s fingers grazed

tinged

pulled the blanket over herself

and check on Edwin once more. His wound

some ointment

in and planted

a desire for another round, but he restrained himself

flared, and she responded

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

fetched some food

he attended to

and she was now multitasking, reading the script while enjoying her

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

even lift

for something to

remarked, “It’s nice to

pause, Cecilia met his gaze

the things within

concern caught her

Mark grinned.

One

money. She was born into a

believed if she desired pleasure during their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There

exchanged

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the

truth, many years ago, Mark used to be quite

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

Cecilia had reverted to her

had a strong fondness

“I’ll stand by your side in the days to

warmed at

a fresh look can be costly.

harbored jealousy over the events

regarding Laura had ultimately been

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

felt quite anxious regarding Rena’s

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

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

you and Mark hold

replied with

in May.

came with a

in the northwest meant he often traveled there

Cecilia didn’t complain.

out that with his connections, securing a more relaxed

To

him to

say next

queried, “Is something

somehow feel the things between me and Mark have changed. I’m sure my love for

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