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.

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

even more

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 scared to speak

to the living room, she eagerly

many things they wanted to discuss with

Laura live in Duefron with Mark

She glanced

had to depart with disappointment without even getting

saw his guests off, out

blush easily,

felt a swell of

knowing that she might have some

On the second floor.

rested against the French window, silently savoring

Mark murmured,

her gaze toward

the soft lighting featured her

her softness, Mark reached

here. Why didn’t you invite them to stay for dinner? Wouldn’t that be a bit

graced Mark’s

isn’t her usual self. She’s typically

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

sensed he had

low voice, he inquired, “Are you still upset with

will look after Laura

nod.

read

spoken this

the top two buttons of his

paused and asked, “Should

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

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

kisses were 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

was consumed with a strong desire for intimacy

head slightly and offered a

month. Even though they lived under

found himself unable to resist any

the moment, he lowered the curtain, and they engaged

had a

struggled to restrain his desires, fearing that

kept on until 8:00

and call them for

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

was enveloped in

Mark’s embrace, his arms damp

she shifted, Mark’s fingers grazed her lips, questioning, “Are

blush tinged Cecilia’s

over herself and nodded with a

and check on Edwin once more. His wound is

ointment

leaned in and planted

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

flared, and she responded by

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

the stairs and fetched some

attended

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

asked, “So, you’re serious

didn’t even lift her

Looking for something

gently caressed her head and remarked, “It’s nice to

Cecilia met his gaze

things within the entertainment industry were

lack of concern caught her

Mark grinned.

One involves money,

felt no need to do something for money. She was born into a wealthy

their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no need for her

possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with someone else, he got jealous, especially when she was conversing

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the same

years ago, Mark used to be quite

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

had reverted to her previous

a strong

expressed, “I’ll stand by your side in the days

heart warmed at

fresh look can be

jealousy over

regarding Laura had ultimately been

a shopping trip. At this point,

quite anxious

outside unless necessary, and when she did,

was strong, and together, they browsed through baby

you and Mark hold

with

added, “It’s set in May. Mark has

response came with

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

out that with his connections, securing a more relaxed

Mark dismissed the idea. To him, it smacked of

minded their age gap, which led him to indulge

pondered what to say

queried, “Is

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

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