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

Korbyn's jesting ceased.

Mark to take

more than his own reputation.

either. Whether you two make it in the long run depends on you. Mark,

can't chase after you as she did

a

Korbyn waved his

a tinge of sorrow in his expression, but

her hardships trace back to you. As

made numerous sacrifices for her. Mark, 'm not asking for anything else at this moment. I just

eyes glistened with

barely in her early

frail health, weighed heavily on Korbyn's

sat in contemplative silence for an extended period, grappling with the very concerns that had been voiced

prolonged pause, Mark uttered in a raspy voice, “Please, don't

children. I believe Edwin holds tremendous promise. He inherits his personality from the Evans family." Mark fell

two of them engaged in a brief discussion regarding

Edwin's hand,

as Olivia spotted Mark,

scooped up his

gaze at Cecilia and uttered, “You take the wheel.”

stood on the porch,

scene had been Rena's unspoken longing for a considerable while, and it

around her shoulder, both of them observing

as delicate as that.” Rena

mental issues

she thought, could be quite insufferable at

tampered with her phone. Once she discovered his actions, he claimed to

he just slept inside the therapy’s office, since there was really nothing wrong with him! Rena cast a sidelong glance at him, remarking, “I

brushing against her waist as he intentionally allured

you also tampered with my phone?” Rena playfully kicked him

with your phone? You think

slender shoulder, a mischievous streak evident.

an undeniable helplessness in dealing with him, and it seemed his antics had an

arrived at Mark's villa half an

the car didn’t come to a halt until

eagerly anticipating Cecilia's visit for quite

to the family of

taking unsteady

breeze playfully

revealing half of her little bottom, making

resist the urge to playfully nibble Olivia's

for Olivia

Olivia in her arms, showering her

harbor any jealousy. He patiently waited for his

a cold

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

Zoey's nose twitched.

hand, her

It's truly wonderful”

her but also to

loss of her beloved daughter in her early years, and her son's life had been shrouded in uncertainty following that. How could Zoey not be plagued by fear and sorrow? It wasn't due to Zoey’s fear of growing old and vulnerable,

maintain composure, Zoey struggled to hold back

to the side and

eyes held a

welled up as well. She regarded Zoey as her own mother and playfully said, “I'm famished. Do you happen to have any home-made wontons? I want chopped coriander in it.” Zoey dabbed

for it. I've also fried some mini meatballs you like, but be careful not to get scalded again, or someone will worry over you.”

to alleviate Cecilia's melancholy, evoking memories of the past.

moments triggered a mix of emotions inside

of a remarkable reunion. Cecilia couldn't help having a myriad of thoughts

took charge of the

a small bathtub and a tiny bath

bathtub, completely bare, her face

the adorable little

poured water

savor her wontons. Midway through the meal, Mark whisked her bowl

you'll feel overstuffed.” Then Mark settled down and dug into

a flush of

expressed, “I'm simply concerned that Zoey might be upset.”

regret it later” His words were tender,

with

inquired, “Why do I sense you've been avoiding me lately?” “I haven't” She softly replied, “I've just been extremely busy.” Mark affectionately ruffled her hair and remarked, “Well then, keep yourself occupied. But when you're

in my

feeling a

together, she considered herself a guest

gaze held a

and Olivia with us. What's on your mind?” Cecilia

haven't been thinking about anything.” Mark