A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Juliette elbowed her husband gently.

Yet, Mark remained unflustered. Presenting gifts to Juliette and Korbyn, he said graciously, “There are many things I haven't handled well. I plan to make amends, step by step, in the future. I anticipate guidance from you both.” Korbyn, astute as he was, recognized the need only to apply subtle pressure on Mark.

He knew pushing too hard might upset Mark, potentially distressing Cecilia once more.

Instead, Korbyn invited Mark to take a seat, and then instructed a servant, “Please inform Waylen and the others it's time to come downstairs for dinner. They shouldn't isolate themselves every time they congregate.” “Rena and Cecilia went shopping, coming home with an array of clothing and jewelry,” Juliette shared.

“They're seeking Waylen's opinion. They get along so well. That pleases you, doesn't it?” A twinge of disappointment struck Mark.

Cecilia had claimed her schedule was too packed for meet-ups.

A hint of jealousy emerged in Mark, though he kept it to himself.

As he pondered, footsteps signaled their descent.

Waylen led the way, with Rena and Cecilia following, side by side.

Cecilia, leaning on Rena, had her arm linked through Rena's...

Korbyn'’s voice, cool, interjected, “Your uncle has arrived.” Korbyn looked at his children.

The ambiance held a delicate subtlety.

Waylen glanced over at Cecilia and noticed a slight blush gracing her face. Clearly, she couldn't withstand such teasing.

Mark was much more thick-skinned.

At his age, he found himself once more in Cecilia's company, and he paid little heed to anything else.

His affectionate gaze upon Cecilia was even more unreserved than before.

Waylen let out a chuckle.

In agreement with his father, he added, “Dad, if you keep on going like that, Mark might never show his face here again.” Korbyn shot Waylen a grave look before inquiring, “Is he that really shy, Waylen?” Both Korbyn and Waylen possessed sharp tongues.

Mark had no option but to take it.

As Cecilia drew near, Mark strolled alongside her and tenderly asked, “Why didn't you invite me to join you for shopping?” Cecilia cast a brief glance at Mark's way.

“Even my brother didn't go” After a brief pause, she added, “You were planning to go to the office, weren't you? Besides, I prefer shopping with Rena.” Beneath the table, Mark discreetly clasped Cecilia's hand.

“You're absolutely right. Women understand each other best.” Angela's Library With that, Mark offered a gentle smile and whispered, “I'l go get Olivia.” Typically, Olivia didn’t dine at the table. She was still quite young, and her meals were either prepared separately, or she would just have her milk.

Cecilia wanted to say something, but Mark had already ascended the stairs.

Observing his daughter's expression, Korbyn curled his lip.

“Feeling sorry for him? Well, don’t thwart a man’s desire to prove himself.

You shouldn't concern yourself too much. Simply follow your sister-in-law’s lead and give him a hard time.” Rena served a portion of food to Korbyn.

In a hushed tone, she said, “Dad, if I've ever wronged Waylen in any way, please forgive me.” Korbyn quickly reassured her, “No. No, you've been really good to Waylen.” Witnessing that, Cecilia couldn't help but feel a twinge of envy.

Rena not only had a grip on Waylen, but she also managed to please Korbyn.

As Cecilia pondered, Mark descended the stairs, holding Olivia in his embrace.

Just in time for summer, Olivia wore a white dress adorned with red flowers. She appeared plump and utterly adorable.

Olivia wrapped her tiny arms around her father’s neck, her curious eyes fixed on the dishes set on the table.

Most of it was devoid of salt or other seasonings. Olivia found them quite plain and refused to eat.

Yet Mark patiently cajoled her.

3 Olivia radiated pure delight. She let out joyful giggles and devoured all the food her father fed her.

Korbyn chortled.

“I am truly impressed. Mark, you could run a nursery school. You have a real knack for handling kids.” Mark responded promptly, “Olivia is quite a good girl.” Olivia held a deep fondness for Mark. She nestled against his chest.

Mark couldn't resist rubbing her plump little belly.

During the meal, he refrained from eating much as he mostly focused on his daughter.

Cecilia harbored concerns about Mark, yet her entire family had gathered, and her shyness held her back.

She stole a quick glance at Rena.

Rena grasped Cecilia's unspoken message and addressed Mark, “Uncle Mark, why don't you grab a bite?” Mark appeared momentarily taken aback.

Then, he offered a gentle smile and replied, “'m not much of an eater.” Rena let the matter rest and turned her gaze back to Cecilia, noticing the hint of wetness in her eyes.

In private, Rena inquired, “Are you worried about him?” Cecilia felt a touch awkwardness.

THe Rena refrained from further questioning.

Following the meal, Rena and Cecilia attended to the children’s belongings, while Mark was summoned to Korbyn's study.

door closed behind

Korbyn's jesting ceased.

motioned for Mark to take

Korbyn cherished his daughter deeply, valuing her even more than his own

either. Whether you two make it in the long run depends on you. Mark, I'm being honest with

can't chase after you as

felt a pang of

waved his

in his expression, but he had

to you. As a father, I can't say much because she cares for you

course, you've made numerous sacrifices for her. Mark, 'm not asking for anything else at this moment. I just wish you could be there for her a while longer” Having spoken those words, Korbyn

glistened with

barely in her

and plagued by frail

sat in contemplative silence for an extended period,

pause, Mark uttered in a raspy voice, “Please, don't worry.”

life and raise the two children. I believe Edwin holds tremendous promise.

two of them engaged in a brief discussion regarding some

hand, while Cecilia

Mark, she stretched out

and scooped up his

gaze at Cecilia and uttered, “You

stood on the

longing for a considerable while, and it had

an arm around her shoulder, both

isn't as delicate as that.”

had been aware of his feigned mental issues and hadn't

thought, could be quite insufferable at

her phone. Once she discovered his actions, he

since there was really nothing wrong with him! Rena cast a sidelong glance at him, remarking, “I haven't forgiven you, you know.” ANGELA'SLIBRARY Waylen wrapped his

against her waist as

soothe your anger? What if you also tampered with my phone?” Rena

on earth would want to tamper with your phone? You think everyone's as perverted as you?”

her slender shoulder, a mischievous streak

an undeniable helplessness in dealing

Mark's villa half an

considerable size, and the car didn’t come to a halt until it

eagerly anticipating Cecilia's

had often crossed paths with Cecilia and her children over the past few years, there was a distinct significance to the family of four arriving together in such

taking

breeze playfully lifted

up revealing half of her little bottom,

resist the urge

Olivia knew

her arms, showering her with kisses

Edwin, standing nearby, didn’t harbor any jealousy.

turn a

grandson, Zoey’s gaze drifted toward Cecilia in the night breeze. Cecilia

Zoey's nose twitched.

her voice

back. It's truly wonderful” What Zoey uttered held significance to

to her but

Zoey not be plagued by fear and sorrow? It wasn't

Zoey struggled to hold back her

to the side

a

“I'm famished. Do you happen to have any home-made wontons? I want chopped coriander in it.” Zoey dabbed away her tears and smiled

like, but be careful not to get scalded again, or someone will

Cecilia's melancholy, evoking

moments triggered a mix of

Cecilia couldn't help having

took charge

a small bathtub and a tiny bath towel in the yard

reclined in the bathtub, completely bare, her face brimming with

little girl in

water into

wontons. Midway through

now, you'll feel overstuffed.” Then

a

“I'm simply concerned that Zoey might be

regret it later” His words

with an affectionate foolishness.

affectionately ruffled her hair and remarked, “Well then, keep yourself occupied. But when you're free, be sure to spend some time with me.”

you like to sleep in my room

hesitated, feeling

that they had two children together, she considered herself a guest in his home

gaze held a

with us.

haven't been thinking about anything.” Mark devoured the