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.

forward and embraced Laura, saying,

was even

parents thought the two kids got along, so they allowed them to play together. However, when no one was around them, Edwin frightened Laura to tears, leaving her too

Laura returned to the living room, she eagerly wanted to

many things they wanted

letting Laura live in

the idea immediately. She glanced

even getting the chance to enjoy a proper

off,

tended to blush easily, engrossed in reading a fairy

felt a swell of

that she might have some complaints regarding

On the second floor.

the French window, silently savoring

her, Mark murmured,

her

the soft lighting

her softness, Mark reached out

didn’t you invite them to stay for dinner? Wouldn’t

graced

isn’t her usual self. She’s typically well-behaved, but today she’s

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had spoken

inquired, “Are you

Paul’s parents will look after Laura from

a nod.

some time, could read her thoughts Like an open book. The

spoken this freely in

two buttons of

and asked, “Should I close the

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

the door. Returning to her,

book. I believe it would be beneficial for him to spend some time with Waylen. After all, he is skilled

with a strong

tilted her head slightly and

month. Even though they lived under the same roof,

instant, Mark found himself unable to resist any

of the moment, he lowered the curtain,

a

desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause

intimate moment kept on until 8:00

to come and call

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

was enveloped in

over and nestled in Mark’s embrace, his arms damp with

Mark’s fingers grazed her lips,

tinged Cecilia’s

blanket over herself

and check on Edwin once more. His wound is bothering

ointment

planted a

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

and she

to dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt,

and fetched some food for her

attended to

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

asked, “So, you’re serious about joining the entertainment

didn’t even

just Looking for something to

her head and remarked, “It’s

met his

the things within the entertainment industry were

lack of concern caught

Mark grinned.

One involves money, and the other

something for money. She was born into a wealthy family,

could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no need for her to seek others. This gave Mark peace of

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

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the same from

ago, Mark

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

reverted to her

strong fondness for

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

heart warmed at

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

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

Laura had

for a shopping trip. At this

quite anxious regarding

rarely ventured outside unless necessary, and when she did, she was flanked by four

Cecilia was strong, and together, they browsed through baby clothes, enjoying

and Mark hold the wedding

with a

in May. Mark

came with a cheerful

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

securing a more

idea. To

to indulge

to say

Rena queried, “Is something troubling

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, as does his for

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