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

for Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him, tenderly smoothing

me through

feverish, seemed to recognize her voice. He tried to focus,

It was Cecilia.

he questioned, “Are you shedding tears for

weariness permeating every fiber of his being,

used to be so candid

closer to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times

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

sensibly. I could have called my father and brother and you didn’t have to

would happen to Edwin and Olivia if something befell

The rain was torrential last night. If I hadn't stepped in, who else would have? Your father’s

to her, eyes filled with

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

ward door creaked

young boy with a cooling patch still

It was Edwin.

persuaded his sitter to bring him to the hospital,

relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered

the boy shook his head, bolting away, only

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

hesitance. Kneeling down to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is

humbly in a small

ward, Peter found

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

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

she exited the room

softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for you, playing the martyr might worry Cecilia more. She deeply cares about you.”

flesh and blood; he would

Library Peter comforted Mark

Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely

can continue your work. He'll be in high

had sacrificed a coveted film role to stay in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's

As parents, their foremost responsibility was

made her intentions

Peter's

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

way with words.” Peter

Well, compared to Mr. Evans, I'm just an amateur in the art of

awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily

to go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure,

to mention

the VIP ward, where Mark was

all night, unwilling to close her eyes even

vanish in the blink of an

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

his way to the

witnessing

please get better.” Cecilia's

entire day had gone

in a patient tone, explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and it seems he hasn't

awaken when he's had enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at the

to visit Mark, accompanied

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

apartment, there was likely a supply of basic medications for the children. The servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what

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

“Turns out he can be quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen and Cecilia engaged in conversation, Rena attentively

her expression filled with care and

couldn't resist a teasing

your own

kind word to say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's condition by touching

on our old man.” Rena felt an

welled up in Cecilia's eyes as she observed the scene, noting that despite his age, Waylen retained a certain

Waylen had other commitments for the

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

three adults gone, the atmosphere in

with both Edwin

the

the

Mark remained in a serene repose, his face displaying a pallid

observed Mark attentively for an extended moment before affectionately addressing

whispering to her

okay?” His gaze

back to one particular rainy night when Mark had emerged

that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and considerable

woke up, Mark was there, a steadfast

in Edwin's

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

eyes fixed on her