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

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

you keep putting me through this?” Cecilia's

He tried to focus, his eyes settling on a

It was Cecilia.

“Are you shedding tears for me?” “No,”

being,

to be so candid

Nestling closer to him, Cecilia

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

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

and Olivia if something befell

who else would have? Your father’s advancing in age, and your brother has four

turned to her, eyes filled

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

ward door creaked

with a cooling patch still on his

It was Edwin.

to bring him

their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered with mixed

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

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

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

on the boy, reflecting on Edwin's privileged lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years,

ward, Peter found

Gently adjusting the blankets around Mark with a tenderness rivaling that of a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see you. You need to recover quickly, for

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,

exited the room to gather

responded softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for you, playing the martyr might worry Cecilia more. She deeply cares about you.” Mark's voice

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

Peter comforted Mark until he

ward, Peter found Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely

can continue

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

As parents, their foremost responsibility was to

her intentions

thoughtful pause, Peter's

you by Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's remark, Cecilia couldn't help

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

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

awkwardly scratched

Cecilia's retreating

to mention

ward,

unwilling to close her

vanish in the blink of an eye

her warm cheek and stared at him, her

on his way to

changed his mind upon witnessing this intimate

get better.” Cecilia's voice was

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

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 his way of catching up

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

came to visit

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

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

Mark could issue instructions over the phone,

“Turns out he can be quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen

forehead, her expression filled

Rena's actions, couldn't resist a teasing

your own father, Rena.” Rena shot Waylen a

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

check on our old man.” Rena felt an

eyes as she observed the scene,

Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon, so he soon left with

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere in

servant arrived with both Edwin

that the servant wait

Edwin opened the door and ushered his sister

remained in a serene repose, his face

for an extended

cradled his sister gently, whispering to her not to make

resting, okay?” His gaze

rainy night when Mark had emerged from the

had been battling a

up, Mark was there, a steadfast

in Edwin's

before carefully tucking her into Mark's

silent, her eyes fixed on