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

heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took a

keep putting me through

feverish, seemed to recognize her voice. He tried to focus,

It was Cecilia.

you shedding tears for me?”

being, slowly reached out to touch her

changed. You used to

to him, Cecilia

you remember.” “But in my eyes, you'll always be that

sensibly. I could have called my father and brother and you didn’t

something

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

her, eyes filled

my son. It’s my duty to be there for him.” Lost for words, Cecilia simply held Mark's hand, allowing him the peace to rest

door

a cooling patch still on his forehead

It was Edwin.

had persuaded his sitter to bring him to

acknowledgment of their relationship,

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

are you here at the hospital?”

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

lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years, where even

to the ward, Peter found

spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see you.

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,

she exited the room to gather her

give everything for Edwin.” Peter responded softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for you,

Mark's flesh and blood; he would go

Mark until he fell

in

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

sacrificed a coveted film role to stay in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's well-being, along with

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

made her

thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit up with

With you by Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to

with words.” Peter breathed a sigh of relief, his usual

in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip and remarked, “Yes, he's quite skilled in that

Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head,

Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss the thought that her

opted not to mention

VIP ward, where Mark

to close her eyes even for a

that Mark might vanish in the blink of an eye

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

was on his way to

his mind upon witnessing this intimate scene and

please get better.” Cecilia's voice was almost a

for a long time. An entire day had gone by, yet he showed no

sought answers. The doctor, in a patient tone, explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and it seems he hasn't had a

awaken when he's had enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief

visit Mark,

caught me off guard this time.” Mark had always been a

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

issue instructions over the

whispered, “Turns out he can be quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen and Cecilia

wiped Mark's forehead, her expression filled with care

actions, couldn't resist a teasing

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

word to say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder,

check on our old man.” Rena felt an intense urge to scold Waylen but held

eyes as she observed the scene,

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

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

gone, the atmosphere

with both

that the servant wait

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and ushered

Mark remained in a

for an extended moment before affectionately addressing

gently, whispering to her not to make a

resting, okay?” His gaze

thoughts drifted back to one particular rainy night when Mark had emerged from the downpour to comfort

Edwin had been

time he woke up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence

brimmed in

picked up Olivia without uttering a word before carefully

eyes