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.

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

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

putting me through this?”

feverish, seemed to recognize her voice. He tried

It was Cecilia.

a raspy voice, he questioned, “Are you shedding tears

being,

You used to

to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times

remember.” “But in my eyes, you'll always be

and brother and you didn’t have to do

something

her hand firmly, Mark finally voiced his thoughts, “Cecilia, I'm Edwin's dad. The rain 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

turned to her, eyes filled with

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

door creaked open

cooling patch still on his forehead

It was Edwin.

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

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

Edwin inside, but the boy shook his head, bolting away,

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

level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is

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

to the ward, Peter found

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

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

exited the room to

don’t want her burdened with guilt. I'd give everything for Edwin.” Peter responded softly, “Edwin just recognized

Mark's flesh and blood; he would go to any lengths to protect the

Mark until

Peter found Cecilia engrossed in

reassure her, Peter began, “When Mr. Evans is on the mend, you can continue your

stay in Duefron,

a point. As parents, their foremost responsibility was to

her

thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit up with

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

responded in a soft tone, “You really have a way with words.” Peter breathed a sigh of

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

didn’t go unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched

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

he opted not to mention it,

the VIP ward, where

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

thought that Mark might vanish in the

Mark's hand on her warm

on his

mind upon witnessing

get better.” Cecilia's voice

entire day had gone by, yet he showed no signs of

grew, and 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 sleep is

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

visit Mark, accompanied

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

make a decision of what to do at that moment. However, she'd

issue instructions over the phone, he chose

While Waylen and Cecilia

wiped Mark's forehead, her expression

Rena's actions, couldn't resist a

taking care of your own father, Rena.”

hand still on

man.” Rena felt an

she observed the scene, noting that despite his age,

commitments for the afternoon, so he soon left with

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere in the room

arrived with

that the servant

initiative, Edwin opened the door

remained in a serene repose, his face displaying a

attentively for an extended

his sister gently, whispering to her not

His

thoughts drifted back to one particular rainy night when

had been battling a fever

up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence by

brimmed in Edwin's

Olivia without uttering a word before carefully tucking her

her eyes fixed