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,

was even

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

the living room, she eagerly wanted

things they wanted

letting Laura live in Duefron

denied the idea immediately. She glanced

even getting the chance

his guests off, out of

Edwin, who tended to blush easily, engrossed

felt a

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

On the second floor.

the French window, silently

her, Mark murmured, “Are

her gaze toward

the soft lighting featured her smooth

Mark reached out to caress her

“They’ve come all the way here. Why didn’t you invite

smile graced

usual self. She’s

Cecilia raised an eyebrow.

had spoken

voice, he inquired, “Are

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

a nod.

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

spoken this freely in

two

asked, “Should

Cecilia seemed hesitant.

“Edwin is still downstairs.”

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

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

was consumed with a strong desire for

slightly and offered a faint nod of

had been arguing for a whole month. Even though they lived under

instant, Mark found himself unable

the moment, he lowered the curtain, and they engaged

a slender

desires, fearing that he might inadvertently cause her discomfort

moment kept on until 8:00

to come and

since the door remained closed, the

was enveloped in

and nestled in Mark’s embrace, his

fingers grazed her lips, questioning, “Are

tinged

herself and nodded with

and check on Edwin once more. His wound

some ointment on

leaned in and planted a kiss

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

she responded by

rose to dress himself. Clutching his wrinkled shirt, he suggested, “If you’re

and fetched some food for her

he attended

shower, and she was

asked, “So, you’re

didn’t even

just Looking for something to keep

“It’s nice to have

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

things within the entertainment

lack of concern caught

Mark grinned.

One involves money, and the other pertains to

no need to do something for money. She was

she desired pleasure during their intimacy, he could fulfill her needs in that regard. There was no

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

Mark’s expression deepened.

the same

Mark

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

had reverted

a strong

hair and expressed, “I’ll stand by

heart warmed at

to earn a bit more. Sustaining a fresh look can be costly. However, I don’t

still harbored jealousy over the events

issue regarding Laura had ultimately been

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

quite anxious

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

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

you and Mark

with

“It’s set in May.

with a cheerful

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

Cecilia didn’t complain.

his connections, securing a more relaxed job would

dismissed the idea. To

their age gap, which led him to indulge in their

what to say next yet opted for

Rena queried,

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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