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.

and embraced Laura, saying, “My dad’s occupied

was even

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

living room,

had many things they wanted to

letting Laura live in Duefron

immediately. She glanced at Edwin

with disappointment without even

his guests off, out of the

easily, engrossed in reading a fairy tale book while sitting upright and

felt a swell

upstairs to console Cecilia, knowing that she might have some

On the second floor.

the French window, silently savoring

murmured, “Are

shifted her gaze

facial lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting featured her smooth

reached

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

graced

insisted on leaving. This isn’t her usual self.

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had

he inquired,

will look after Laura from now

gave a nod. But she

time, could read her thoughts Like an open book. The air between them felt

hadn’t spoken this

unfastened the top two buttons of

“Should I close the

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

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

believe it would be beneficial for him to spend some

was consumed with a strong desire for intimacy with

tilted her head slightly and offered a faint nod of

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

Mark found himself unable to

lowered the curtain, and they engaged in

had a

his desires, fearing that he

kept on

and call

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

was enveloped

nestled in Mark’s embrace,

shifted, Mark’s fingers grazed her lips,

tinged Cecilia’s

blanket over herself and nodded with a soft

Go and check on Edwin once more. His wound is bothering

some ointment

and planted a kiss

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

flared, and she

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

and fetched some food for her

attended to

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

bite, and asked, “So, you’re serious about

didn’t even

just Looking for something

“It’s nice to have something to occupy your

thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his gaze and

all, the things within the entertainment industry were

lack of concern caught her

Mark grinned.

aspects. One involves money, and the other pertains to

do something for money. She was born into a wealthy

could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no need for her to

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

Mark’s expression deepened.

the same

truth, many years ago, Mark used

he and Cecilia were the perfect match for

now Cecilia had reverted to

strong fondness

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

warmed

more. Sustaining a fresh look can be costly. However, I don’t

She still harbored jealousy over the events from years past. She

regarding Laura

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

felt quite anxious

ventured outside unless necessary, and when she did,

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

Mark

replied with a

in May.

came with a cheerful

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

that with his connections, securing a more relaxed

To him, it smacked of early

which led him to indulge in their intimate

what to say next yet opted for

queried, “Is something

somehow feel the things between me

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