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.

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

the nurse set up a heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia

putting me through this?” Cecilia's voice

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

It was Cecilia.

he questioned, “Are you shedding

being, slowly reached out

changed. You used to be

1974 Nestling closer to him, Cecilia

remember.” “But in my eyes, you'll

my father and brother and

something befell you?” Tears streamed down

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

to her,

is my son. It’s my duty to be there for him.” Lost for words, Cecilia simply held

ward door creaked

young boy with a cooling patch still on

It was Edwin.

sitter to bring him to

of their relationship, Edwin's

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

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

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

privileged lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years, where

ward, Peter found

rivaling that of a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see you. You

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 way with words." Though Cecilia realized they were jesting to lighten her mood, it only deepened her melancholy. Strong and resilient, she wanted to be

the room to gather

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

and blood; he would go to any lengths to

Mark until he

in a

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

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

their foremost

made her

a thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit up

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

“You really have a way with words.” Peter breathed a sigh of relief, his

an amateur in the art of charming ladies.”

He awkwardly scratched

go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss the thought that her

he opted not to mention

the VIP ward, where Mark was peacefully

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

in the blink of an

hand on her warm cheek and stared at him, her

his

his mind upon witnessing this intimate scene and quietly

please get better.” Cecilia's

been in deep slumber for a long time. An entire day had gone by, yet he showed no signs

amount of stress, and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest in quite some time. This prolonged sleep is his way of catching

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

visit Mark, accompanied

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

medications for the children. The servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to

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

While Waylen and Cecilia engaged in

her expression filled with care

couldn't resist a teasing

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

with one hand still on Rena's shoulder,

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

in Cecilia's eyes as she observed the scene, noting that despite his age, Waylen

other commitments for the

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere in the

with

that the servant wait

initiative, Edwin opened the door and

in a serene repose, his face displaying a pallid

an extended moment before affectionately addressing

gently, whispering to her

is resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered

back to one particular rainy night when

On that evening, Edwin had been battling

time he woke up, Mark was there,

in

carefully tucking her into Mark's quilt and

her eyes