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.

him closely over the next 48 hours. If his fever exceeds 39 degrees, alert us immediately.” Cecilia acknowledged with a

a heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took

do you keep putting me through this?” Cecilia's

He tried to focus, his eyes settling on

It was Cecilia.

questioned, “Are you shedding tears for me?”

weariness permeating every fiber of his being,

to be so candid and

him, Cecilia murmured, “Times have changed,

in my eyes, you'll always be that same young girl” Emotion

father and brother and you didn’t have to do this. Your health isn’t

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

stepped in, who else would have? Your father’s advancing in age, and your brother

to her,

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

door

patch still

It was Edwin.

Edwin had persuaded his sitter to bring him to the

acknowledgment of their relationship, Edwin's

servant motioned to let Edwin inside, but the boy shook

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

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

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,

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

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

the room to gather her

Mark confided to Peter, “I don’t want her 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

it's no act.” Edwin was Mark's flesh and blood; he would go to any lengths to protect the

Peter comforted Mark until he fell

engrossed in a call, likely with

the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be

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

their foremost responsibility

made her intentions

Peter's face Lit up

to recover swiftly”

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

of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip

didn’t go unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily at a loss

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 remark

to mention it,

ward, where Mark was

close her

in

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

his way to

witnessing

please get better.” Cecilia's voice was

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

under an immense amount of stress, and it

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

visit Mark, accompanied

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

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

Although Mark could issue instructions over the phone, he chose to

be quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen and Cecilia

forehead, her expression filled

observing Rena's actions, couldn't resist a teasing

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

one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed

felt an intense urge to scold

eyes as she observed the scene, noting that despite his age, Waylen

had other commitments for the afternoon, so

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the

arrived with

that the servant wait

initiative, Edwin opened the door

Mark remained in a serene

observed Mark attentively for an extended moment

cradled his sister gently, whispering to her

is resting, okay?” His

rainy night when Mark had emerged from

evening, Edwin had been battling a

Mark was there, a steadfast presence by

in Edwin's

a word before carefully tucking her

remained silent, her eyes