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.

prescribing the necessary medication, a nurse started an IV for Mark. Spotting Cecilia, she advised, “Monitor him closely over the next 48 hours. If his fever exceeds 39 degrees, alert us

a heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took

you keep putting me through this?”

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

It was Cecilia.

questioned, “Are you shedding tears for me?” “No,”

being, slowly

You used to be so candid and

1974 Nestling closer to him,

young girl you remember.” “But in my eyes, you'll always be that same young girl” Emotion welled up in

I could have called my father and brother and you didn’t have to do this. Your health

to Edwin and Olivia if something befell you?” Tears

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

to her,

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

door creaked

boy with a cooling patch

It was Edwin.

sitter to bring him to the hospital, fearing

of their relationship, Edwin's eyes

the boy

said, “You're still ill. Why are you here at the

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

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 like milk tea was a luxury.

the ward, Peter found

blankets around Mark with a tenderness rivaling that of a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill

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

exited the room to gather

“Edwin just recognized you as his father. As

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

comforted Mark

Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely with her film

Evans is on the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in

role to stay in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's well-being,

point. As parents, their foremost responsibility was

her intentions

Peter's face Lit up

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

tone, “You really have a way with

of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip and remarked, “Yes, he's quite skilled in that department.” Her words carried a tinge

go unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head,

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 was far from casual; she was clearly feeling

opted not to mention it, deciding to tread

entered the VIP ward,

night, unwilling to close her eyes even for

that Mark might vanish in

hand on her warm cheek and stared at him,

his way to the

witnessing this intimate scene

get better.” Cecilia's voice was almost a

deep slumber for a long time. An entire day had

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 way of catching

had enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at

came to visit Mark,

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

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

1977 Although Mark could issue instructions over the phone, he chose

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

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

couldn't resist

care of your own

say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's

Rena felt

up in Cecilia's eyes as she observed the scene, noting that despite his age,

commitments for the afternoon,

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

gone, the atmosphere in

arrived with both Edwin and

the

opened the door and ushered his

the bed, Mark remained in a serene repose, his face

Mark attentively for an extended moment before

to

is resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered on

one particular rainy night when Mark had emerged from the downpour to

On that evening, Edwin had been battling

he woke up, Mark was there,

brimmed in

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

silent, her eyes fixed on