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.

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

Cecilia

you keep putting me through this?”

recognize her voice. He tried to focus, his eyes settling on a

It was Cecilia.

“Are you shedding tears for me?”

every fiber of his being, slowly reached out to touch

You used to

him, Cecilia murmured, “Times

my eyes, you'll always be that

need to think sensibly. I could have called my father and

and Olivia if something befell you?” Tears

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 as well as Rena to look after.” Cecilia

slowly turned to her, eyes

him.” Lost for words, Cecilia simply held Mark's hand, allowing

door

boy with a cooling patch still on

It was Edwin.

had persuaded his sitter to bring

Mark's acknowledgment of their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered

but the boy shook his head,

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

comforted,

boy, reflecting on Edwin's privileged lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space

ward, Peter found

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

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 deepened her melancholy. Strong and resilient, she wanted

exited the room to gather her

“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

Edwin was Mark's flesh and blood; he would go to any lengths to

Peter comforted Mark until he

Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely with her

continue your work. He'll be in high spirits

coveted film role to stay in Duefron, prioritizing

point. As parents, their foremost responsibility was to their

her intentions

pause, Peter's face Lit up

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

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

in the art of charming ladies.”

scratched his head,

to go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss the thought that her remark was far from

mention it, deciding to

entered the VIP ward, where

hadn't slept all night, unwilling to close her

Mark might vanish in the blink of an eye

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

on his way

he changed his mind upon witnessing this intimate scene and

better.” Cecilia's

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

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 hasn't had a proper rest in quite some time. This prolonged sleep is his

he's had enough.” While Cecilia felt

to visit Mark,

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

servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to do

issue instructions over the phone, he chose to take the risk

quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen

forehead, her expression filled with

Rena's actions, couldn't resist

your own father, Rena.” Rena shot

one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's condition by touching his

felt an intense urge to

observed the scene, noting that

Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon, so he

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

three adults gone, the atmosphere

with both

requested that the servant

Edwin opened the door and ushered

remained in a

Mark attentively for an extended moment

sister gently, whispering to

okay?” His

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

1978 On that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever

Mark was there, a steadfast

brimmed in

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

eyes fixed