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.

stepped forward and embraced Laura, saying, “My dad’s occupied now,

even

However, when no one was around them, Edwin frightened Laura

to the living room,

they wanted to

instance, they were considering letting Laura live in Duefron with Mark

idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously

disappointment without even getting the chance to enjoy

off,

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

felt a swell of

that she might have some complaints regarding

On the second floor.

rested against the French window, silently

murmured,

her gaze toward

and the soft lighting featured her smooth

reached

come all the way here. Why didn’t you invite them to stay

smile graced Mark’s

leaving. This isn’t her usual self. She’s

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had spoken

a low voice, he inquired, “Are you still upset

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

gave a nod.

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

spoken this

unfastened the top two buttons of his

and asked, “Should

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

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

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

a strong desire for intimacy with

slightly and offered a

for a whole month. Even though they lived under the same

Mark found himself unable to resist

he lowered the curtain, and they engaged in an intimate

a slender

desires, fearing that

intimate moment kept

to come and call them

was no sound from inside, and since the door remained closed, the

room was enveloped in

nestled in Mark’s embrace, his arms damp with

fingers grazed her lips,

blush tinged Cecilia’s

over herself and nodded

Go and check on Edwin once

some ointment on

leaned in and planted a kiss

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

anger flared, and she

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

fetched some food

attended

had already freshened up with a shower, and she was now multitasking, reading the script while enjoying her

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

didn’t even

just Looking for something

and remarked, “It’s nice to have

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

all, the things within the entertainment

concern

Mark grinned.

be drawn into two main aspects. One

for money. She was born into a

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

and softly exclaimed, “Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged

Mark’s expression deepened.

you expect the

Mark

for each other, so he was generous

now Cecilia had reverted to her

had a strong

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

warmed at his

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

jealousy over the events from years

regarding Laura

trip. At this point, Rena was nearing

anxious regarding

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

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

you and Mark

replied with

added, “It’s set 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.

his connections, securing a

the idea. To him, it smacked

him to indulge in their intimate moments until midnight that

to say

hesitation, Rena queried, “Is something troubling

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, as does

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