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.

Mark. Spotting Cecilia, she advised, “Monitor him closely over the next 48 hours. If his fever exceeds 39 degrees, alert us immediately.” Cecilia acknowledged with a

exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him, tenderly smoothing

putting me through this?”

He tried to focus,

It was Cecilia.

questioned, “Are you shedding tears for me?”

his being, slowly reached out to

You used to

to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times have changed,

“But in my eyes, you'll always be that same

I could have called my father and brother and you didn’t have to do

would happen to Edwin and Olivia if something befell you?”

her hand firmly, Mark finally voiced his 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 four children

slowly turned to her, eyes filled with

my son. It’s my duty to be there for him.” Lost for words, Cecilia simply

ward door

with a cooling patch still on

It was Edwin.

sitter to bring

Mark's acknowledgment of their relationship,

let Edwin inside, but the boy shook his head, bolting away, only to

you here at the hospital?” Lips quivering, Edwin remained

level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's my dad,” Edwin whispered,

lingered on the boy, reflecting on Edwin's privileged lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years, where even a simple treat

ward, Peter found

Even

the charmer, arent you? And I hate you! Edwin and Olivia are just kids! 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 with words." Though Cecilia realized they were jesting to lighten her mood, it only

room to gather

burdened with 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.” Mark's voice was a whisper.

blood; he

Peter comforted Mark

Peter found Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely

can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when you return.” Cecilia shook

in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's

a point. As parents, their foremost

her

pause, Peter's face Lit up with

best choice. With you by Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing

a soft tone, “You really have a way with words.” Peter breathed a sigh of

I'm just an amateur in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip and remarked, “Yes,

unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily

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

opted not to mention it, deciding to tread

ward, where

slept all night, unwilling to close her eyes even for a moment

that Mark might vanish in the

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

his way to

he changed his mind upon witnessing

better.” Cecilia's voice was

time. An entire day had gone by, yet

in a patient tone, explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest in

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

visit Mark,

“He really caught me off guard this time.” Mark had always been a meticulous and

make a decision of what to do at

issue instructions over the phone, he chose

impulsive at times.” While Waylen and Cecilia engaged in conversation, Rena attentively

tenderly wiped Mark's forehead, her expression filled with care

Rena's actions, couldn't resist a teasing

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

never have a kind word to say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's condition by touching

man.” Rena felt an intense

as she observed the scene, noting that despite

other commitments for the afternoon,

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the three adults gone, the atmosphere in the room

servant arrived with both

that the servant

Edwin opened the door and ushered

the bed, Mark remained in a serene repose,

attentively for an extended moment before affectionately

to her not

His gaze

thoughts drifted back to one particular rainy night when Mark

1978 On that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever

he woke up, Mark was there,

brimmed in Edwin's

Olivia without uttering a word before carefully tucking her into Mark's quilt and

her eyes fixed on