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 over

Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him,

do you keep putting me through this?” Cecilia's voice

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

It was Cecilia.

you

permeating every fiber of his being,

to be so

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

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

my father and brother and

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

turned to her,

my duty to be there for him.” Lost for words, Cecilia simply held Mark's hand, allowing him the

ward door creaked

with a cooling patch

It was Edwin.

persuaded his sitter to bring him

acknowledgment of their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered

boy shook his head, bolting away, only to

Why are you here at the hospital?” Lips quivering,

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

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

to the ward, Peter found

Even in his ill state, he wanted to see you. You need

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

the room

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 Cecilia more. She deeply

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

Mark until

in a

mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits

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

a point. As parents, their foremost responsibility was

made her intentions

Peter's face

ts the best choice. With you by Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon

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

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

didn’t go unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily at

his surprise, Cecilia added, “I'm just teasing. I'm going to go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure,

opted not to mention

ward, where Mark

close her

vanish in the blink

Mark's hand on her warm cheek and stared at him,

was on his way to the

his mind upon witnessing this intimate

please get better.” Cecilia's voice was

time. An entire day had gone by, yet he

“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 his way of

he's had enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at

visit Mark, accompanied by

me off guard this

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

Mark could issue instructions over the phone, he chose to

times.” While

her expression filled with care

Rena's actions, couldn't

like you're taking care of your own father,

never have a kind word to say.” Waylen, with one hand

Rena felt an intense urge to scold

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

Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon, so he

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the atmosphere

arrived with

requested that the servant

the

a

observed Mark attentively for an extended

cradled his sister gently, whispering to

is resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered

night

1978 On that evening, Edwin had been battling

was there, a steadfast presence

in Edwin's

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

silent, her eyes fixed