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.

necessary medication, a nurse started an IV for Mark. Spotting Cecilia, she advised, “Monitor him closely over the

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

keep putting me through this?”

her voice. He tried to focus, his eyes

It was Cecilia.

you shedding tears

his being, slowly reached out to

You used to be

1974 Nestling closer to him, Cecilia

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

sensibly. I could have called my father and

Edwin and Olivia if something befell you?” Tears streamed

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

slowly turned to her, eyes

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

door

a cooling patch still

It was Edwin.

had persuaded his sitter to bring him to the hospital, fearing for Mark's

of their relationship, Edwin's eyes

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

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

Peter intuitively sensed Edwin's hesitance. Kneeling down to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's my dad,” Edwin whispered, before

had faced, living humbly in a small

ward,

here. Even in

you! Edwin and 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

the room to gather

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 cares about you.” Mark's voice was a whisper.

Edwin was Mark's flesh and blood; he

Mark until he fell

Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely with her

continue your work.

to stay in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's well-being, along with Edwin

a point. As parents, their

her intentions

thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit

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

way with words.” Peter breathed a sigh of

1976 He quipped, “Oh, you think 'm good? Well, compared to Mr. Evans, I'm just an amateur in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her

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

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

he opted not to mention it,

ward, where Mark was

close her eyes

vanish in the blink of an eye

warm cheek and stared at him, her

on his way

witnessing this intimate scene and

get better.” Cecilia's voice

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

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

Cecilia felt some relief at

to visit Mark,

really caught me off

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

Although Mark could issue instructions over the

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

her expression filled with care

Rena's actions, couldn't

taking care of your own father, Rena.” Rena shot Waylen a brief

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

Rena felt an

in Cecilia's eyes as she observed the scene, noting

Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon, so he soon

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the three adults gone, the atmosphere in the room

arrived with

requested that the servant

opened the

the bed, Mark remained in a serene repose, his face displaying a

attentively for an extended moment before

sister gently, whispering to

is resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered

particular rainy night

that evening, Edwin had been battling a

he woke up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence

in Edwin's

carefully tucking her

her eyes fixed on