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.

started an IV for Mark. Spotting Cecilia, she advised, “Monitor him closely over the

up a heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him,

putting me through this?”

feverish, seemed to recognize her voice. He tried to focus, his eyes settling

It was Cecilia.

a raspy voice, he questioned, “Are you shedding tears for me?” “No,” she

weariness permeating every fiber of his being, slowly reached out to

changed. You used to be

Nestling closer to him, Cecilia

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

could have called my father and brother and you didn’t have

Olivia if something befell you?”

stepped in, who else would have? Your father’s advancing in

slowly turned to her, eyes filled

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

door creaked

patch still on

It was Edwin.

to bring him to the hospital, fearing for Mark's

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

inside, but the boy shook his

ill. Why are you here at the hospital?” Lips

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

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

to the ward, Peter found Mark

“Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see you. You need to

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

the room to gather her

confided to Peter, “I don’t want her burdened with guilt. I'd give everything for Edwin.” Peter responded softly, “Edwin just recognized you

Mark's flesh and blood; he would go to any lengths to protect the

Library Peter comforted Mark until he

Cecilia engrossed in

Evans is on the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when you return.” Cecilia shook her head

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a point. As parents, their

made her

pause, Peter's face Lit up with

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

a way with words.” Peter breathed a sigh

think 'm good? Well, compared to Mr. Evans, I'm just an amateur in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her

unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his

his 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

he opted not to mention it, deciding to

VIP ward,

all night, unwilling to close her

might vanish in the

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

on his way

he changed his mind upon witnessing this

get better.” Cecilia's voice was almost a

time. An entire day had gone by, yet he showed no signs of

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

felt some relief at the doctor's

visit Mark, accompanied by

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

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

Although Mark could issue instructions over the

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

her expression

actions, couldn't resist

taking care of your own father, Rena.” Rena

Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's condition

felt an

as she observed the scene, noting

other commitments for the afternoon, so

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere in

with both Edwin and

requested that the servant wait

the door and ushered his sister

in a serene repose, his face displaying

an extended moment before affectionately

cradled his sister gently, whispering to her not

is resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered on

thoughts drifted back to one particular rainy night when Mark

Edwin had been battling a

Mark was there, a steadfast presence by his

in Edwin's

a word before carefully

her eyes fixed on