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.

closed

Korbyn's jesting ceased.

motioned for Mark

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

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

chase after you as she did

a pang

Korbyn waved

tinge of sorrow in his

trace back to you. As a father, I can't say much because

this moment. I just wish you could be there for her a while longer” Having spoken

glistened

daughter was barely in

and plagued by frail health, weighed

Korbyn have? Mark sat in contemplative silence for an extended period, grappling with the very concerns

Mark uttered in a raspy voice, “Please, don't worry.” Korbyn wiped away his tears discreetly and spun

the two children. I believe Edwin holds tremendous promise. He inherits his personality from the Evans

them engaged in a brief discussion regarding some business

Edwin's hand, while Cecilia cradled Olivia

Mark, she stretched

Mark advanced and scooped up his daughter, a suitcase

gentle gaze at Cecilia and uttered,

departed, Rena stood on the porch,

for a

around her shoulder, both

I thought Mrs. Fowler isn't as delicate as that.” Rena

feigned mental issues and hadn't talked

thought, could be quite insufferable

Once she discovered his actions, he claimed to

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 arms around her

his fingers delicately brushing against her waist as he intentionally

Mrs. Fowler, how may I soothe your anger? What if you also tampered with my phone?” Rena playfully kicked him and quipped, “Don’t

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

face against her slender shoulder, a

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

arrived at Mark's villa half

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

had been eagerly anticipating Cecilia's visit for quite some

and her children over the past few years, there was a distinct significance to the family of four arriving together in such an orderly fashion. Moreover, Olivia,

taking

playfully lifted

her

resist the urge to playfully nibble Olivia's

Olivia knew no

her arms, showering her with kisses

didn’t harbor any jealousy. He patiently waited for his

Zoey wouldn't turn a cold shoulder

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

Zoey's nose twitched.

hand, her

good to have you back. It's truly

her but

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

her attempts to maintain composure, Zoey struggled to hold back

a step to the side

a profound and mournful

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 away her

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.” Cecilia offered

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

pleasant and challenging moments triggered a mix

Cecilia couldn't help having a myriad of thoughts race

took charge of

small bathtub and a tiny bath towel in the

bare,

the adorable little girl in

poured water

Midway through the meal, Mark whisked her

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

felt a flush

“I'm simply concerned that

regret it later” His words were tender, making it challenging

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

sleep in my

feeling

considered herself a

held a

mean we'll Edwin and Olivia with us. What's on your mind?” Cecilia

thinking about anything.” Mark devoured