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 next 48 hours. If his fever exceeds 39 degrees, alert us immediately.” Cecilia acknowledged with

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

keep putting me through

tried to focus, his

It was Cecilia.

you shedding tears for

fiber of his being, slowly reached out to touch her

You used to

1974 Nestling closer to him, Cecilia murmured,

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

and brother and you didn’t have to do this. Your health

to Edwin and Olivia if something befell

was torrential last night. If 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 to look after.” Cecilia looked

her, eyes

It’s my duty to be there for him.” Lost for

ward door

a cooling patch still on

It was Edwin.

his sitter to bring

acknowledgment of their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered with mixed

motioned to let Edwin inside, but the boy shook his head, bolting away, only to collide

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

many children, Peter intuitively sensed Edwin's hesitance. Kneeling down to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's my dad,” Edwin whispered, before darting away, the servant

humbly in a

to the ward, Peter

Gently adjusting the blankets around Mark with a tenderness rivaling that of a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in

“Yes, you're still young.” Resting his head against Cecilia, Mark teased, “See, Cecilia? Peter sure

room to gather her

Peter responded softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for you, playing the martyr might worry Cecilia more. She

it's no act.” Edwin was Mark's flesh and blood; he would go to any

Mark

in a call, likely

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

role to stay in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's well-being, along with

their foremost

made her intentions

a thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit up

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

soft tone, “You really have a way with words.” Peter breathed a sigh of relief, his usual playful demeanor

quipped, “Oh, you think 'm good? Well, compared to 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 tinge

unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head,

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 was far from casual; she was clearly

to mention it, deciding to tread

the VIP ward, where Mark

slept all night, unwilling to close her eyes even for a moment

vanish in the blink of an eye haunted

on her warm

his way

upon witnessing this intimate scene

better.” Cecilia's voice was almost a

a long time. An entire day had gone by, yet he

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

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

to visit Mark, accompanied

Koos “He really caught me off guard this

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

1977 Although Mark could issue instructions over the phone, he chose to take the risk

quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen and Cecilia engaged

Mark's forehead, her expression

couldn't resist a

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

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

me check on our old man.” Rena felt an intense urge to scold Waylen but held

observed the scene, noting that despite his age, Waylen retained a

for the afternoon,

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere in the room

arrived with

that the

Edwin opened the door and ushered his

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

observed Mark attentively for an extended moment before

cradled his sister gently, whispering to her not to

okay?” His gaze Lingered on

rainy night when Mark had emerged from the

On that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever

woke up, Mark was there,

in Edwin's

uttering a word before carefully tucking her into Mark's quilt and removing her

remained silent, her eyes fixed