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.

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

exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him, tenderly smoothing out the lines on his

me through this?” Cecilia's voice

her voice. He tried to focus, his

It was Cecilia.

“Are you

every fiber of his being, slowly reached

used to be so candid and

to him,

eyes, you'll always be that same young

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

happen to Edwin and Olivia if something befell you?” Tears

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

slowly turned to her,

Lost for words,

door creaked open

boy with a cooling patch still on

It was Edwin.

his sitter to bring him

relationship, Edwin's eyes

boy shook his head, bolting away, only to

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

Peter comforted, “Your great

faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years, where even a simple treat like milk

the ward, Peter found

whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see you. You need to recover quickly, for them.” Mustering

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

exited the room

guilt. I'd give everything for Edwin.” Peter responded softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for you,

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

comforted Mark until he fell

in a call, likely with her film

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

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

their foremost responsibility was to their

her

pause, Peter's face Lit

best choice. With you by Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's remark, Cecilia couldn't

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

to Mr. Evans, I'm just an amateur in the art of charming ladies.”

go unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched

surprise, Cecilia added, “I'm just teasing. I'm going to go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure,

mention it, deciding to

ward, where Mark was peacefully

hadn't slept all night, unwilling to close her eyes

vanish in the blink of

Mark's hand on her warm cheek and stared at

was on his way

upon witnessing this

please get better.” Cecilia's voice was almost

had been in deep slumber for a long time. An entire day

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

enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at the doctor's

visit

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

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

the phone, he chose to take the risk

While Waylen

Mark's forehead, her expression

observing Rena's actions, couldn't resist

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

never have a kind word to say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's condition by touching his

on our old man.” Rena felt an intense urge

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

Library Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon,

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

three adults gone, the atmosphere in

servant arrived with both

that the servant

the door and ushered

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

observed Mark attentively for an extended moment

gently, whispering to her not

okay?” His gaze

particular rainy night when Mark had

evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and considerable

time he woke up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence

in

picked up Olivia without uttering a word before carefully tucking her into Mark's quilt

her eyes