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

even more

together. However, when no one was around them, Edwin frightened Laura to tears, leaving her too

to the living room, she

had many things they wanted

Laura live

idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin

without even getting the chance to enjoy a proper

guests off, out of

sight of Edwin, who tended to blush easily, engrossed in reading a fairy tale book while sitting upright

a swell

that she might

On the second floor.

French window, silently savoring the

murmured, “Are you

shifted her gaze toward

facial lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting featured

softness, Mark reached out to caress her

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

smile graced Mark’s

her usual self. She’s

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

sensed he had

a low voice, he inquired, “Are

parents will look after Laura from now on. There’s nothing to fret

a nod. But

some time, could read her

hadn’t spoken this freely in

the top two buttons

asked, “Should I

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

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

touches and 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

strong desire for intimacy with

head slightly and offered a faint

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

found himself unable to

moment, he lowered the curtain, and they engaged

a

to restrain his desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause

kept on

come and call

sound from inside, and since the door remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed

room was enveloped in

Mark’s embrace,

grazed her lips, questioning, “Are you

tinged

blanket over herself and nodded with

and check on Edwin once

some ointment on

in and planted a kiss

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

and she responded by kicking

Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he suggested, “If you’re feeling off, a shower

fetched some food for

he attended

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

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

even

for something to keep

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

a thoughtful pause, Cecilia met his gaze and ventured, “Doesn’t it

things within the entertainment industry were

of concern caught her off

Mark grinned.

two main aspects. One involves money, and the

money. She was born into

their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that

Whenever Rena exchanged

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the same

truth, many years ago, Mark used to be quite

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

reverted

had a strong fondness

stand by your side in the

warmed at

bit more. Sustaining a fresh look can be costly. However, I don’t think it would be a

flashed a smile. She still harbored jealousy over the events from

regarding Laura had ultimately been

trip. At this point, Rena was

anxious

when she did, she

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

and Mark hold the

replied with a

set in May. Mark has been swamped

response came with a

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

even once pointed out that with his connections, securing a more relaxed job would

dismissed the idea. To him, it smacked of

minded their age gap, which led him to indulge in their intimate

say next yet opted for

hesitation, Rena queried, “Is something troubling

garment in her hands, Cecilia confessed in a low tone, “Rena, I somehow feel the things between me and Mark have changed.

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