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

set up a heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him, tenderly smoothing out the lines on his

me through this?” Cecilia's voice

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

It was Cecilia.

voice, he questioned, “Are you

weariness permeating every fiber of his being, slowly reached

to

1974 Nestling closer to him, Cecilia murmured,

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

sensibly. I could have called my father and

Olivia if something befell you?” Tears streamed down her

was torrential last night. If I hadn't stepped in, who else would have? Your father’s advancing in age, and your

turned to her,

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

door creaked

a cooling patch still on

It was Edwin.

had persuaded his sitter to bring him to the hospital, fearing for

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

Edwin inside, but the boy shook

said, “You're still ill. Why are you here at the hospital?” Lips quivering, Edwin

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

humbly in a small rental space for years, where even a simple treat

the ward,

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

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?

room to gather her

the dimly lit ward, Mark 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

act.” Edwin was Mark's flesh and blood; he would go to any lengths to

Peter comforted Mark until he

in a call, likely

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

sacrificed a coveted film role to stay in Duefron, prioritizing

parents, their foremost responsibility was

her

pause, Peter's face Lit up with

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

with words.” Peter

Mr. 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 a

Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily

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

he opted not to mention

ward,

to close her eyes even for a moment

Mark might vanish in the

hand on her warm cheek and stared at him, her gaze

on his way to

witnessing this intimate scene and

Cecilia's

deep slumber for a long time. An entire day had gone by, yet

and it seems he hasn't had a proper

While Cecilia felt some relief at the doctor's explanation,

came to visit Mark,

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

the children. The servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to do at that moment. However, she'd ultimately calm

could issue instructions over the phone, he chose to

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

Mark's forehead, her expression filled with

actions, couldn't resist

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

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

man.” Rena felt an intense urge to

as she observed the scene, noting

the

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the three adults gone, the

arrived with both Edwin

requested that the servant

Edwin opened the door

Mark remained in a serene

attentively for an extended moment before affectionately addressing

his sister gently, whispering to

resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered on

particular rainy night

On that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and

he woke up, Mark was there, a steadfast

brimmed in

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

remained silent, her eyes fixed on