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.

him closely over the next 48 hours. If his fever exceeds 39

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

keep putting me

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

It was Cecilia.

“Are you shedding tears for

of his being,

to be so candid

1974 Nestling closer to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times have

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

need to think sensibly. I could have called my father and brother and

Edwin and Olivia if something

rain was torrential last night. If I hadn't stepped in, who else

slowly turned to her,

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

door creaked open

boy with a cooling patch still on his forehead peeked in

It was Edwin.

his sitter to

relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered with

servant motioned to let Edwin inside, but the boy shook his

are you here at the hospital?”

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

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

the ward, Peter found Mark

rivaling that of a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he

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,

room

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.

blood; he would go

Peter comforted Mark until he

the ward, Peter found Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely with her

continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when you return.”

stay in Duefron,

their foremost responsibility was

made her intentions

pause, Peter's face Lit

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 of relief, his usual playful demeanor

Evans, I'm just an amateur in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip and remarked, “Yes, he's

unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head,

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

he opted not to mention it, deciding to tread

ward, where Mark was peacefully

night, unwilling to close her eyes even for

might vanish in the blink of

placed Mark's 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 voice

entire day had gone by,

she persistently sought answers. The doctor, 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 prolonged

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

visit

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

apartment, there was likely a supply of 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

instructions over the

he can be quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen and

forehead, her expression filled with care

Rena's actions, couldn't

seems like you're taking care of your own father,

say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed

Rena felt an intense urge to

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

Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon, so he

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere

with both Edwin

requested that the

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and ushered

Mark remained in a

observed Mark attentively for an extended

gently, whispering to her not

His gaze

night when Mark had emerged from the downpour

that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and

Mark was

in Edwin's

word before carefully tucking her into Mark's

silent, her eyes fixed on