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.

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

monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him, tenderly smoothing out the lines on

putting me through this?”

He tried to focus, his eyes settling on a hazy

It was Cecilia.

a raspy voice, he questioned, “Are you shedding

being, slowly

to

1974 Nestling closer to him,

you'll

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

happen to Edwin and Olivia if something befell you?” Tears streamed down

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?

slowly turned to her, eyes filled

to be there for him.” Lost for words, Cecilia

ward door creaked open

boy with a cooling patch still on his forehead

It was Edwin.

to bring him to the hospital,

of their relationship,

but the boy shook his head, bolting away, only to collide

ill. Why are you here

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

Edwin's privileged lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years, where even a simple treat like milk tea was

the ward, Peter

Mark with a tenderness rivaling that of a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see

Peter agreed, “Yes, you're still young.” Resting his head against Cecilia, Mark teased, “See, Cecilia? Peter sure

the room to gather her

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

and blood; he

Peter comforted Mark until he fell

in a call, likely with her

on the mend, you can continue

in Duefron, prioritizing

parents, their foremost responsibility was

made her

Peter's face Lit up with

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

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

quipped, “Oh, you think 'm good? Well, compared to Mr. Evans, I'm just an amateur in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip and remarked, “Yes, he's quite skilled in that department.” Her words carried a

scratched his head,

just teasing. I'm going to go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure,

opted not to mention

the VIP ward, where

close

Mark might vanish in the blink of an

hand on her warm cheek and stared at him,

his way to

witnessing this

Cecilia's voice was almost

for a long time. An entire day had gone by, yet he showed

The doctor, 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 quite some time. This prolonged sleep is

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

visit Mark,

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

Cecilia's apartment, there was likely a supply of basic medications for the children. The servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to do at that moment. However, she'd ultimately calm down and

Mark could issue instructions over the

While Waylen and Cecilia engaged in conversation,

Mark's forehead, her expression filled with care and

observing Rena's actions, couldn't

own father, Rena.” Rena shot

hand still

me check on our old man.” Rena felt an intense

observed the scene,

Library Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon, so he soon left with

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the atmosphere

with

the servant wait

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and ushered

in a serene repose, his face

Mark attentively for an extended moment

cradled his sister gently, whispering to her not to

okay?” His

rainy night

evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and considerable

up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence by his

brimmed in

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

her eyes fixed on