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.

she advised, “Monitor him closely over the next 48 hours. If his fever exceeds 39 degrees, alert us

and exited, Cecilia took a seat

you keep putting me through this?”

feverish, seemed to recognize her voice. He tried to focus, his eyes

It was Cecilia.

voice, he questioned, “Are you shedding tears for

his being, slowly reached out to touch

changed. You used to be so candid and

him, Cecilia murmured, “Times have changed,

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

my father and brother and you didn’t have to do this. Your health isn’t

happen to Edwin and Olivia if something befell you?” Tears

The rain was torrential last night. If I hadn't stepped in, who else would have? Your father’s advancing

turned to her, eyes

for him.” Lost for words, Cecilia simply held Mark's hand,

ward door creaked open

a cooling patch still on his forehead

It was Edwin.

persuaded his sitter to

relationship,

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

said, “You're still ill. Why are you here at the hospital?”

children, Peter intuitively sensed Edwin's hesitance. Kneeling down to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great

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

the ward, Peter

whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see

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

room to

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

Mark's flesh and blood;

Mark until

the ward, Peter found Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely

her, Peter began, “When Mr. Evans is on the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when you return.” Cecilia shook her head

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thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit up

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

“You really have a way with words.” Peter breathed a sigh of relief, his

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

Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily at a

see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss the thought

he opted not to mention

entered the VIP ward, where Mark

unwilling to close her eyes even for

might vanish in the blink of an eye haunted

hand on her warm cheek

on his way to the

changed his mind upon witnessing this

get better.” Cecilia's voice

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

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

had enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at

to visit Mark,

Koos “He really caught me off guard this time.” Mark had always been a meticulous and cautious

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 calm down and

instructions over the phone, he

he can be quite impulsive at times.” While

Mark's forehead, her expression filled with care

Rena's actions, couldn't resist

taking care of your own father, Rena.”

one hand still on Rena's shoulder,

Rena felt an intense urge to scold Waylen

up in Cecilia's eyes as she observed the scene, noting that despite his age,

had other commitments for the afternoon,

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere

servant arrived with both Edwin and

the

the initiative, Edwin opened the

remained in a serene repose, his face

Mark attentively for an extended moment

sister gently, whispering to her

His gaze Lingered

drifted back to one particular rainy night

evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and considerable

woke up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence by

brimmed in

picked up Olivia without uttering a word before carefully tucking her into

eyes fixed on her