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

even more

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

living room,

had many things they wanted

they were considering letting Laura live in

denied the idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit her lower

without even getting the

his guests off,

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

a

went upstairs to console Cecilia, knowing that she might have some complaints regarding Laura’s

On the second floor.

French window,

murmured,

her

lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting featured

softness, Mark reached out to caress her

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

smile graced

leaving. This isn’t her usual self. She’s typically well-behaved,

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had

low voice, he inquired, “Are you

now. Paul’s parents will look after Laura

gave a nod. But she

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

hadn’t spoken this freely

unfastened the top two buttons

asked, “Should I

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

to her, he lifted her in his arms,

with his book. I believe it would be beneficial for him to

was consumed with a strong desire for intimacy

and

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

Mark found himself

the curtain, and they engaged in

a slender

his desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause her

kept on

had to come and

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

was enveloped in

in Mark’s embrace, his arms damp

Mark’s fingers grazed

blush tinged Cecilia’s

herself

Edwin once more. His wound is bothering

some ointment on

and planted a kiss

for another round, but he restrained himself and whispered, “Have you been holding

flared, and she responded by

wrinkled

and fetched some food for

he attended

freshened up with a shower, and

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

even lift her

something to keep me

head and remarked, “It’s nice to have

met his gaze and ventured, “Doesn’t

things within the entertainment industry were

lack of concern caught her

Mark grinned.

into two main aspects. One involves money,

to do something for money. She

their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no need for her to seek others. This gave

is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a few

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the same from

truth, many years ago, Mark used

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

reverted to her previous

strong fondness

affectionately tousled her hair and expressed, “I’ll stand by

heart warmed at

more. Sustaining a fresh look can be costly. However, I

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

issue regarding Laura had ultimately been

shopping trip. At

anxious regarding

when she did, she was flanked by four

Rena and Cecilia was strong, and together, they

Mark hold the

replied with

then added, “It’s set in May.

came with a

he often traveled there for work.

Cecilia didn’t complain.

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

the idea. To him, it smacked

led him to indulge in their intimate moments until

to say next yet opted

Rena queried, “Is

a small garment in her hands, Cecilia confessed in a low tone, “Rena, I somehow feel the things between me and Mark have changed. I’m sure my love for him persists,

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