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 behind

Korbyn's jesting ceased.

motioned for Mark to take

her even more than his

make it in the long run depends on you. Mark, I'm being honest with you. Cecilia isn't young

chase after you as she did seven years

Mark felt a

Korbyn waved his hand.

in his expression, but

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

Mark, 'm not asking for anything else at this moment. I just wish you could be there for her a while

glistened

was barely in her early

and plagued by frail health, weighed

sat in contemplative silence for an extended period, grappling with the very

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

should I? You two just live a fulfilling life and raise the two children. I believe Edwin holds tremendous promise. He

them engaged in a

hand, while Cecilia cradled Olivia

as Olivia spotted Mark,

and scooped up his daughter, a

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

departed, Rena stood on the

unspoken longing for a considerable

shoulder, both of them observing their

isn't as delicate as that.” Rena shot Waylen

his feigned mental issues and hadn't talked

could be quite insufferable

tampered with her phone. Once she discovered his actions,

Rena cast a sidelong glance at him, remarking, “I haven't forgiven you,

the wall, his fingers delicately brushing against her waist as he intentionally allured

soothe your anger? What if you also tampered with my phone?” Rena playfully kicked him and quipped, “Don’t get ahead

with your phone? You think everyone's

his face against her slender shoulder, a

find it in her to push him away. There was an undeniable helplessness in dealing with him, and it seemed his antics had an

Mark's villa half

the car didn’t come to a halt until it had maneuvered

anticipating Cecilia's visit for quite

and her children over the past few years, there was a distinct significance to the family of four arriving together in

was taking

breeze playfully lifted her

her little bottom, making her appear incredibly

urge to

for Olivia knew

in her arms, showering her with kisses

Edwin, standing nearby, didn’t harbor any jealousy. He patiently waited

Zoey wouldn't turn a cold shoulder

drifted toward Cecilia in the night breeze. Cecilia remained elegant

Zoey's nose twitched.

hand, her voice choked

truly

only to her but

and her son's life had been shrouded in uncertainty following that. How could Zoey

to maintain composure, Zoey struggled to hold

took a step to the side and discreetly wiped

eyes held a profound

Do you happen to have any home-made wontons? I want chopped coriander in it.” Zoey dabbed away

your fondness for it. I've also fried some mini meatballs you like, but be careful not to

melancholy, evoking memories

and challenging moments triggered

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

took charge

small bathtub and a tiny bath towel in the yard

the bathtub, completely bare, her face brimming

the adorable little girl in her

poured water into the

savor her wontons. Midway through the

you'll feel overstuffed.” Then

a

simply concerned that Zoey might be upset.” Mark

later” His words were tender, making it challenging for her

gazed at Mark with an affectionate foolishness.

decorum, Mark suddenly 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 free, be sure to spend

in

feeling a

couple and the fact that they had two children together, she considered herself a guest in his home at that time and didn’t deem

held a profound

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

haven't been thinking about