A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 1971 The sudden heat startled him.

‘Alarmed, Edwin noted the fevered flush on Mark's face.

His intention to call the servant halted as the door swung open.

Cecilia's voice echoed with concern.

“How's Edwin? Is Mark still here?” As the servant stirred a pot of light yet nutritious soup, she chimed in, “The boy's fever broke. Mr. Evans has been by his side all night. Last night's rain was fierce, and I noticed he had a cut on his forehead.” Cecilia hastened inside.

Edwin, though wan, looked rejuvenated.

Cecilia enveloped him, relief evident.

Eyes brimming with worry, Edwin whispered, “Dad's running a fever. He's burning up.” Frozen, Cecilia processed the revelation.

Rushing to Mark's side, she noted his damp hair and the bathrobe he wore.

‘A mix of fear and concern, she laid her hand on his forehead, confirming Edwin's claim.

The servant interjected, “He braved the storm last night. He must've caught something. It’s unfortunate. Mr. Evans has always been frail.

What if." Edwin's face drained of color.

Trembling, he clung to Cecilia's leg.

‘Composure regained, Cecilia dialed 911.

“Harmony Apartment. We need an ambulance.” Next, she reached out to Peter, urging him to alert Mark's physician to meet them at the hospital.

Ts RE EEE Ce 5 Sin sit Koos With wobbly legs, she leaned against the bed, her touch lingering on Mark's heated brow.

Silent in his determination, Edwin fetched a towel, dabbing away the moisture from his father’s form.

His resolute actions weighed on Cecilia's heart.

Chapter 1972 In a soft call, she said, “Edwin.” Eyes glistening, Edwin's voice broke.

“Will my great uncle be okay?” “He will,” Cecilia whispered, tears streaming down her face.

Soon after, the ambulance sirens signaled its arrival.

Cecilia made the decision not to allow Edwin to accompany them, asking the servant to tend to him and Olivia instead.

By the time she got to the hospital, Peter was already there, and the medical team was prepped and waiting.

Mark lay pale and motionless on the emergency stretcher, caught in a semi-conscious state.

His primary doctor quickly assessed him, frustration evident.

“Given his condition, he should have been more cautious. He could've lost his life.” Peter nervously wrung his hands.

As Mark underwent examination, Cecilia, with a vacant stare towards the overhead lights, confided in Peter.

“Mark faced that storm just to be with ailing Edwin." It wasn't until she followed the paramedics downstairs that Cecilia noticed Mark's damaged car.

She tried to imagine Mark's perilous journey through the downpour.

Despite his naturally cautious nature, his commitment to Edwin had driven him.

He had wanted to dispel Edwin's doubts about his affection, even at personal risk.

Recollections of Mark's poignant words flooded her thoughts.

“I'm not the young man I once was, Cecilia. Time is fleeting.” With a shaky exhale, tears slipped from her eyes onto the sterile floor.

She whispered to Peter, “You think I didn’t treat him right, don’t you?" Caught off guard, Peter sighed.

“It's complicated, Cecilia. No one else would understand Mr. Evans the way you do, but also, he wouldn't have held on to anyone the way he has with you.” Peter connected with Cecilia during the prolonged wait.

Chapter 1973 “How is Laura's leg?” Cecilia inquired gently.

“She's on the mend. She'll be back on her feet in a few months,” Peter replied.

Cecilia gave a slight nod.

“Could you get her a gift for me later? A toy or something. Just... don't let her know it's from me.” Peter looked conflicted.

Over the years, he had seen the ebb and flow of right and wrong, and he wondered if he should have refrained from calling Mark that day.

Their wait felt interminable.

Finally, the door to the examination room swung open, and the doctor stepped out.

“He's got acute pneumonia. It could be mild or severe.

You need to get him admitted right away.” Peter immediately went to make the necessary arrangements.

Soon after, Mark was transferred to a VIP room.

closely over the

Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat

putting me

voice. He tried to

It was Cecilia.

you shedding tears for

weariness permeating every fiber of his being, slowly reached out to touch

changed. You used to be

to him, Cecilia murmured,

girl you remember.” “But in my eyes, you'll always be that same young girl” Emotion welled up

could have called my father and brother and you didn’t have to do this. Your health

Edwin and Olivia if something befell you?” Tears streamed

thoughts, “Cecilia, I'm Edwin's dad. The rain was torrential last night. If I hadn't stepped in, who else would have? Your father’s advancing in age, and your brother has

turned to her, eyes filled

my duty to be there for him.” Lost for words, Cecilia simply held Mark's hand, allowing him

door

patch still on his

It was Edwin.

had persuaded his sitter to bring him to the

of their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered

inside, but the boy shook

“You're still ill. Why are you here at the hospital?”

to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's my dad,” Edwin whispered, before darting away,

gaze lingered on the boy, reflecting on Edwin's privileged lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly in a

the ward, Peter found

of a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see you. You need to recover quickly, for them.”

And of course I am still young!” Chuckling, Peter agreed, “Yes, you're still young.” Resting his head against Cecilia, Mark teased, “See, Cecilia? Peter sure has a way

room

guilt. I'd give everything for Edwin.” Peter responded softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for you, playing the martyr might worry Cecilia more. She deeply cares about you.”

flesh and blood; he would go to any lengths to protect

comforted Mark

Peter found Cecilia engrossed in

you can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when

to stay in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's well-being, along with Edwin and Olivia's

had a point. As parents, their foremost responsibility was to their

her intentions

pause, Peter's face Lit up

Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's remark, Cecilia couldn't

“You really have a way with words.” Peter breathed a

think 'm good? Well, compared to Mr. Evans, I'm just an amateur in the art of charming

unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily

surprise, Cecilia added, “I'm just teasing. I'm going to go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss the thought that her

opted not to mention it, deciding to tread

VIP ward, where Mark

unwilling to close her eyes

might vanish in the blink of an eye

gently placed Mark's hand on her warm cheek and stared at

on his way

he changed his mind upon witnessing this intimate

Cecilia's

An entire day had gone by, yet he showed

anxiety grew, and she persistently sought answers. The doctor, in a patient tone, explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and it seems he

had enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at the doctor's explanation, she remained

came to visit Mark, accompanied by

Fr me Bee Bh Ti Koos “He really caught me off guard this time.” Mark had

children. The servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to

instructions over the phone, he chose

can be quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen and Cecilia

Mark's forehead, her expression

couldn't resist a

seems like you're taking care of your own father, Rena.” Rena

word to say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's condition by touching his

man.” Rena felt an intense urge to scold Waylen but

in Cecilia's eyes as she observed the scene, noting that despite his

for the afternoon, so he

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

gone, the atmosphere

servant arrived with both Edwin

requested that the servant

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and

in a serene repose, his

Mark attentively for an extended

gently, whispering to her not

His gaze Lingered

one particular rainy night when

that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever

Mark was there, a steadfast

brimmed in Edwin's

before carefully tucking her into Mark's quilt

silent, her eyes fixed on