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.

Mark to take

cherished his daughter deeply, valuing her even more than his own reputation. Korbyn let out a

you two make it in the long

after you as she did seven years

Mark felt a pang of

waved his

tinge of sorrow in his expression, but he had something important

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

I just

glistened with

beloved daughter was barely

plagued by frail

silence for an extended period, grappling with the very concerns that had

how could he muster the courage? After a prolonged pause, Mark uttered in a raspy voice, “Please, don't worry.” Korbyn wiped away his tears discreetly and spun around with

raise the two children. I believe Edwin

of them engaged in a brief discussion regarding some

Edwin's hand, while Cecilia cradled Olivia in

as Olivia spotted Mark, she stretched

advanced and scooped up his daughter, a suitcase

gentle gaze at Cecilia and uttered, “You take

departed, Rena stood on the

unspoken longing for a considerable

around her shoulder,

as delicate as that.” Rena

feigned mental issues and hadn't talked to

be quite insufferable

actions, he claimed to be mentally unwell and even

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

against

tampered

phone? You think everyone's as perverted as

nuzzled his face against her slender shoulder, a mischievous

undeniable helplessness in dealing with him, and it

arrived at Mark's villa

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

had been eagerly anticipating Cecilia's visit for quite

with Cecilia and her children over the past few years, there was a distinct significance to the family

was taking unsteady

playfully lifted

half of her little bottom, making her appear incredibly

resist the urge to playfully nibble Olivia's

Olivia knew

in her arms, showering her

standing nearby, didn’t harbor any jealousy. He

Zoey wouldn't turn a cold shoulder

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

Zoey's nose twitched.

clutched Cecilia's hand, her voice choked

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

only to her but

that. How could Zoey not be plagued by fear and sorrow? It wasn't due to Zoey’s fear of growing old and vulnerable, but rather her apprehension of not finding peace in her later

attempts to maintain composure, Zoey struggled to hold

the side and discreetly wiped them

held a

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 away

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's melancholy, evoking memories of the

and challenging moments triggered a mix of emotions

remarkable reunion. Cecilia couldn't help having a

charge

setting up a small bathtub and a tiny bath

bathtub, completely bare, her face

the adorable little girl

water into the

to savor her wontons. Midway through the meal, Mark

now, you'll feel overstuffed.” Then Mark

felt a flush of

“I'm simply concerned that

later” His

at Mark with an affectionate

they dined with 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

to sleep in my room

feeling a

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

gaze held a

Olivia with us. What's on your

mean? I haven't been thinking about