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.

time, Edwin stepped forward and embraced Laura, saying, “My dad’s occupied now, so let me

was even more

when no one was around them, Edwin frightened

returned to the living room, she eagerly

parents had many things they wanted to discuss with

they were considering letting Laura live

however, denied the idea immediately. She glanced at

with disappointment without even getting the chance to

saw his guests off, out of the

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

a swell of

console Cecilia, knowing that she might have

On the second floor.

rested against the French window, silently savoring the

Mark murmured, “Are you

shifted her gaze toward

the soft lighting featured her

by her softness, Mark reached

invite them to

graced

isn’t her usual self. She’s

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had

a low voice, he inquired,

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

a nod. But she was

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

spoken this

two buttons of

asked, “Should I close

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

Returning to her, he lifted her in his arms, pressing her against the French

murmur, “Edwin is busy with his book. I believe it would be beneficial for him to spend some time with Waylen. After all, he is skilled at

a strong desire

slightly and offered

whole month. Even though they lived under the

instant, Mark found himself unable

he lowered the curtain,

had a slender

desires, fearing that he might inadvertently

moment kept on until 8:00

and call

since the door remained closed, the servant took the hint and headed

room was enveloped

Mark’s embrace, his arms damp with

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

blush tinged

pulled the blanket over herself and nodded with a soft

on Edwin once more.

some ointment

in and planted a kiss

a desire for another round, but he restrained himself and whispered,

flared, and she responded

Mark rose to dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he suggested, “If you’re feeling off, a shower might

stairs and fetched some food for her

attended to

already freshened up with a shower, and

beside her, took a bite, and asked,

even lift her

for something to keep

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

Cecilia met his gaze and ventured, “Doesn’t it worry

the things within the entertainment

concern caught her off

Mark grinned.

drawn into two main aspects. One involves money, and

do something for money. She was born

in that regard. There was no need for

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

Mark’s expression deepened.

expect the same from

many years ago, Mark used to be

the perfect match for each other, so he was generous and

now Cecilia had reverted to

strong

“I’ll stand by your side

heart warmed at

earn a bit more. Sustaining a fresh look can be

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

issue regarding Laura had ultimately

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

quite anxious

outside unless necessary, and when she did, she was flanked by

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

and Mark hold the

replied with a

added, “It’s set in May. Mark has been swamped

came with a

meant he often traveled there for work. Even in Duefron, he frequently drank and engaged in

Cecilia didn’t complain.

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

idea. To him,

age gap, which led him to indulge in their intimate

to say

hesitation, Rena queried,

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

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