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.

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

even more

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

Laura returned to the living room, she eagerly wanted

many things they wanted

considering letting Laura live in Duefron with Mark by her

immediately. She glanced at

with disappointment without even getting the chance to enjoy

off, out

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

felt a swell

that she might have some complaints regarding Laura’s

On the second floor.

rested against the French window, silently savoring the

Mark murmured, “Are you

shifted her gaze

facial lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting featured

by her softness, Mark reached out

all the way here. Why didn’t you invite them to stay

smile graced Mark’s

leaving. This isn’t her usual self. She’s typically

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

he had spoken

low voice, he inquired, “Are

Laura from now on. There’s

a nod. But

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

this freely

unfastened the top two

asked, “Should I close the

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

door. Returning to her, he lifted her in

believe it would be beneficial

a strong

tilted her head slightly and offered a

month. Even though they lived under the same

found himself unable to

moment, he lowered the curtain, and they engaged

had a slender

to restrain his desires, fearing that

intimate moment kept on

come and call them for dinner

no sound from inside, and since the door remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed downstairs to attend to

room was

nestled in Mark’s

grazed her lips, questioning,

tinged

herself and

check on Edwin once

some ointment on

planted

a desire for another round, but he

flared, and she responded

Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he

descended the stairs and fetched

he attended

a shower, and she was now

asked, “So, you’re serious

even lift

something to keep

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

thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his gaze and ventured,

all, the things within the

concern caught

Mark grinned.

could be drawn into two main aspects. One involves money, and the other pertains to

do something for money. She was born into a wealthy

believed if she desired pleasure during their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no need for her to seek others. This gave

through the script and softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few words with someone else, he got jealous, especially when she was

Mark’s expression deepened.

the same

truth, many years ago, Mark used to be

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

now Cecilia had reverted to her previous

a strong fondness

“I’ll stand by your side in the days

warmed at his

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

smile. She still harbored jealousy over

Laura

shopping trip. At this point, Rena

anxious regarding

necessary, and when she did,

was strong, and together, they browsed

and Mark hold the

with a

added, “It’s set in May. Mark

response came with a cheerful

was 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.

that with his connections, securing a more relaxed job would be a piece

idea. To him, it smacked of

led him to indulge in their intimate moments until

say next yet opted for

Rena queried, “Is

somehow feel the things between me and Mark have changed.

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