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.

for Mark. Spotting Cecilia, she advised, “Monitor him closely over the next 48 hours. If his fever exceeds 39 degrees, alert us immediately.” Cecilia

Cecilia took a seat beside him, tenderly

keep putting me through this?” Cecilia's

He tried to focus, his eyes settling on a

It was Cecilia.

a raspy voice, he questioned, “Are you

fiber of his being, slowly reached out to

used to

him, Cecilia murmured, “Times

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

to think sensibly. I could have called my father and brother and you didn’t have to do this. Your health

Olivia if something befell you?” Tears

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

her, eyes

for words, Cecilia simply held Mark's hand,

ward door

a cooling patch still

It was Edwin.

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

acknowledgment of their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered with

but the boy shook his head, bolting away, only

still ill. Why are you here at

to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your

faced, living humbly in a small rental space

ward, Peter

whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his

And I hate 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

she exited the room to gather

just recognized you as his father. As for you, playing the

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

Peter comforted Mark until he

Peter found Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely with her film

to reassure her, Peter began, “When Mr. Evans is on the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when

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

their foremost responsibility was to their

made her intentions

pause, Peter's face Lit

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

really have a way with words.” Peter

of

scratched his head, momentarily at a loss

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

he opted not to mention it, deciding to

ward,

slept all night, unwilling to close her eyes even

thought that Mark might vanish in the

her warm cheek and stared at him,

on his way to the

changed his mind upon witnessing this intimate scene and quietly

Cecilia's

long time. An entire day had gone by, yet he showed no signs

doctor, in a patient tone, explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and it seems

enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at the doctor's explanation, she remained

came to visit Mark, accompanied by

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

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

Although Mark could issue instructions over the phone, he chose to

While Waylen and Cecilia engaged in conversation, Rena attentively attended to

wiped Mark's forehead, her expression filled

observing Rena's actions, couldn't resist a teasing

like you're taking care of your own father, Rena.” Rena shot Waylen a

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

man.” Rena felt an intense urge

as she observed the scene, noting that despite his age,

for the afternoon, so he soon

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

three adults gone, the atmosphere in

with both Edwin and

the servant

initiative, Edwin opened the

on the bed, Mark remained in a serene repose, his

observed Mark attentively for an extended

his sister gently, whispering to her not to make a

is resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered on

rainy night when Mark had

Edwin had been

he woke up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence

brimmed in Edwin's

uttering a word before carefully tucking her into

remained silent, her eyes fixed on her