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.

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

even

so they allowed them to play together. However, when no one was around them,

living room, she

they wanted to discuss with

considering letting Laura live

immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit her lower

with disappointment without even getting the

guests off,

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

a

that she might have some complaints regarding Laura’s

On the second floor.

French window, silently

Mark murmured, “Are

shifted her gaze

appeared gentle, and the soft lighting featured

her softness, Mark reached out

come all the way here. Why didn’t you invite them to stay for dinner?

smile graced Mark’s

usual self. She’s typically well-behaved, but

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

sensed he had

inquired, “Are you still

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

a nod.

read her thoughts Like an open

this

the top two buttons of

paused and asked, “Should

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

had already risen to secure the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in his arms, pressing her

is busy with his book. I believe it would be

a strong

head slightly and

had been arguing for a whole month. Even though they lived under the same roof,

found himself unable to

he lowered the curtain, and they engaged

had a

fearing that he might inadvertently

kept on until

to come and

no sound from inside, and since the door remained closed,

was enveloped

over and nestled in Mark’s embrace, his

she shifted, Mark’s fingers grazed her

tinged Cecilia’s

over herself and nodded with

and check on Edwin once more.

ointment

planted a kiss

still had plenty of energy and a desire for another round, but he restrained himself and whispered, “Have you been holding back for a

and she responded by

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

fetched

he attended

return, Cecilia had already freshened up with a shower, and she was now multitasking, reading the script

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

even lift her

just Looking for something to keep me

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

a thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his gaze and ventured,

things within the

lack of concern caught her

Mark grinned.

One involves money, and

for money. She was born into a

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

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

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the

years ago, Mark

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

reverted

had a strong

expressed, “I’ll stand

heart warmed at his

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

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

Laura had ultimately been

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

quite anxious regarding Rena’s

rarely ventured outside unless necessary, and when she did,

bond between Rena and Cecilia was strong, and together, they browsed

you and Mark hold the wedding

replied with a

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

with

in the northwest meant he often traveled there for work. Even in Duefron, he frequently drank

Cecilia didn’t complain.

that with his connections, securing a

the idea. To him,

age gap, which led him to indulge in their intimate

pondered what to say next

queried, “Is

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

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