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 now, so let me

was even more

they allowed them to play together. However, when

living room, she eagerly wanted to

they

instance, they were considering letting Laura live

She glanced at Edwin and

with disappointment without even getting the chance to enjoy a

saw his guests off,

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

felt a

to console Cecilia, knowing that

On the second floor.

the French window, silently savoring

her, Mark murmured, “Are you

shifted her

appeared gentle, and the soft

by her softness, Mark reached out to caress her

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

graced Mark’s

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

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

sensed he had spoken

a low voice, he inquired, “Are you

Laura from now

a nod.

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

this freely in

top two buttons of his

and asked, “Should

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in his arms, pressing

soft murmur, “Edwin is busy with his book. I believe it would be beneficial for him to spend some

a strong

her head slightly and

whole month. Even though they lived under the same roof, they hadn’t been

this instant, Mark found himself unable to resist

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

a

his desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause her

intimate moment kept on until

come and call

from inside, and since the door remained closed,

was

Mark’s embrace, his

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

blush tinged

over herself and nodded

Go and check on Edwin once more.

some ointment

leaned in and planted

round, but he restrained himself and whispered, “Have you

anger flared, and she responded

point, Mark rose to dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt,

fetched some food for her

he attended to

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

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

didn’t even lift

something to keep

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

his gaze and

the things within the entertainment industry were

lack of concern caught

Mark grinned.

two main aspects. One involves money,

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

that regard. There was no need for her to seek others.

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

Mark’s expression deepened.

the same

truth, many years ago, Mark used to be quite

the perfect match for each other, so he was

had reverted to her previous

a strong fondness for

stand by your

warmed

earn a bit more. Sustaining a fresh look can be costly.

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

regarding Laura

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

anxious regarding

unless necessary, and when she

strong, and together,

you and Mark hold the

replied with

in May. Mark has been

with

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

securing a more

dismissed the idea. To him, it smacked of

gap, which led him to indulge in

pondered what to say next yet

queried,

I somehow feel the things between me and

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