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.

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

even more

so they allowed them to play together. However, when no one was around them, Edwin frightened Laura to tears, leaving

to the living room, she eagerly wanted

parents had many things they wanted to discuss with

live in Duefron with Mark by her

denied the idea immediately. She glanced at Edwin and nervously bit her

had to depart with disappointment without even

off, out of

and caught sight of Edwin, who tended to blush easily, engrossed

a

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

On the second floor.

the French window, silently

her, Mark murmured,

her gaze

facial lines appeared gentle, and the soft lighting featured

Mark reached out to caress her

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

smile graced Mark’s

her usual self. She’s

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had spoken

a low voice, he inquired, “Are you

now. Paul’s parents will look after Laura from now

a nod. But she was

shared his life with Cecilia for some time, could read her thoughts

spoken this freely in

the top two

asked, “Should

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

to secure the door. Returning to her, he lifted her in his

it would be beneficial

a strong desire

and offered a

lived under

instant, Mark found himself unable to resist any

the heat of the moment, he lowered the curtain, and they

a

restrain his desires, fearing that he might inadvertently

kept

had to come and call them for

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

room was

Mark’s

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

blush tinged

blanket over herself and

Go and check on Edwin once more. His wound

some ointment on

planted a kiss

round, but he restrained himself and whispered, “Have you

she

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

and fetched some food

he attended

Cecilia had already freshened up with a shower, and she

asked, “So, you’re serious about

even

just Looking for something to keep

caressed her head and remarked, “It’s nice

met his gaze and ventured, “Doesn’t

things within

lack of concern

Mark grinned.

could be drawn into two main aspects. One involves money, and the other

something for money. She was born into

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

“Waylen is consistently quite possessive. Whenever Rena exchanged a

Mark’s expression deepened.

the

years ago, Mark

the perfect match for each other, so he was generous and didn’t fret as

Cecilia had reverted

strong fondness

hair and expressed, “I’ll stand by your

warmed at

a fresh look can

over the events from years

Laura had ultimately

for a shopping trip. At this point, Rena was

quite anxious regarding Rena’s

necessary, and when she

and Cecilia was strong, and together, they browsed through baby clothes, enjoying each other’s

Mark hold

replied with a

in May. Mark has been

with

his vast network in the northwest meant he often traveled

Cecilia didn’t complain.

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

To

led him to indulge

say next yet opted

hesitation, Rena queried, “Is

things between me and Mark have changed. I’m sure my love for him persists, as does his for me,

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