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

even

together. However, when no one was around them, Edwin frightened Laura to

to the living room,

things they

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

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

with disappointment without even getting the chance to enjoy a proper

his guests off, out

of Edwin, who tended to blush easily, engrossed in

felt a swell

went upstairs to console Cecilia, knowing that she might have some complaints

On the second floor.

rested against the French window, silently

murmured, “Are

shifted her gaze toward

facial lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting

her softness, Mark reached out to

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

smile graced Mark’s

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

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had spoken

low voice, he inquired, “Are you still

will look after Laura from

gave a nod. But she was

could read her thoughts Like an open book. The

this freely

unfastened the top two buttons of

paused and asked, “Should I close

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

already risen to secure the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in his arms, pressing her against

with his book. I believe it would

strong desire for intimacy

and offered

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

this instant, Mark found himself unable to resist

he lowered the curtain, and they engaged in an

had a

desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause her discomfort or

kept on until

to come and call

closed, the servant took

was enveloped

over and nestled in Mark’s embrace, his

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

tinged

the blanket over herself and

Go and check on Edwin once more.

some ointment

planted a

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

and she responded by

himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he

the stairs and fetched some food for

attended to

his return, Cecilia had already freshened up with a shower, and she was now multitasking, reading the script

bite, and asked, “So, you’re

didn’t even lift her

for something to

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

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

all, the things within the

concern caught

Mark grinned.

main aspects. One

no need to do something for money. She was born into a wealthy

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

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

Mark’s expression deepened.

the same from

truth, many years ago, Mark used to be quite

perfect match for each other, so he was

reverted

a strong fondness for

“I’ll stand by your side

warmed at

look can be costly. However, I don’t

a smile. She still harbored jealousy over the events from

issue regarding Laura had ultimately been

for a shopping trip. At

quite anxious regarding

unless necessary, and when she did, she

Rena and Cecilia was strong, and together, they

Mark

replied with

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

response came with a

his vast network in the northwest meant he often

Cecilia didn’t complain.

with his connections, securing a more relaxed job would be a

Mark dismissed the idea. To him, it

which led him to indulge in their intimate moments until midnight that

pondered what to say next

Rena queried, “Is something

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 his for

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