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.

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

Mark and exited, Cecilia took a

do you keep putting me

He tried to focus, his eyes settling on

It was Cecilia.

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

every fiber of his being, slowly reached

changed. You used to be

him,

you'll always be that same young girl” Emotion

father and brother and

Olivia if something befell you?”

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

her, eyes

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

door creaked open

young boy with a cooling patch still on

It was Edwin.

evident, Edwin had persuaded his sitter to bring him to

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

the boy shook his head, bolting away, only to collide with

are you here

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

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.

to the ward, Peter

that of a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted

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

the room to

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 deeply cares about you.” Mark's voice was

flesh and blood; he would go

Library Peter comforted Mark until he

ward, Peter found Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely with her film

Peter began, “When Mr. Evans is on the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when

had sacrificed a coveted film role to stay in Duefron,

their foremost responsibility

made her

a thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit

Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos

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

Evans, I'm just an amateur in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip and remarked, “Yes, he's quite skilled in that department.” Her words carried

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

now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss the

not to mention it, deciding to

entered the VIP ward, where Mark was

night, unwilling to close her

that Mark might vanish in the blink of an

hand on her warm cheek and stared

on his way to the

mind upon witnessing this intimate scene and quietly

Cecilia's voice

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

“He's been under an immense amount of stress, and

had enough.” While Cecilia felt some

visit

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

there was likely a supply of 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 and resort to administering the medicine

could issue instructions over the phone, he chose to take

be quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen and

her

actions, couldn't

taking care of your own father, Rena.” Rena shot Waylen

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

on our old man.” Rena felt an intense urge

she observed the scene,

other commitments for the afternoon, so he soon

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

three adults gone, the atmosphere in the room

arrived with

requested that the servant wait

opened the door

on the bed, Mark remained in a serene

attentively for an

cradled his sister gently, whispering to

okay?” His gaze Lingered on

night when Mark had emerged from the downpour to comfort

Edwin had been battling a

was there, a steadfast presence

brimmed in Edwin's

without uttering a word before carefully tucking her

her eyes fixed