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 over the next 48

monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took

me through this?” Cecilia's

voice. He tried to focus, his

It was Cecilia.

“Are you

permeating every fiber of his being, slowly reached out to

to be so candid

him, Cecilia murmured, “Times have

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

and brother and you didn’t have to do this. Your

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

“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 four

slowly turned to her, eyes filled

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

ward door

cooling patch

It was Edwin.

to bring him to the hospital, fearing

their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered

boy shook his head, bolting away, only to collide with

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

encountered many children, 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 darting away, the servant trailing

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

to the ward, Peter

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

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

room

guilt. I'd give everything for Edwin.” Peter responded softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for you, playing the

act.” Edwin was Mark's flesh and blood; he would go to

Mark

in a call, likely with her

the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when you return.” Cecilia shook

film role to stay in Duefron,

As parents, their

her intentions

thoughtful pause, Peter's

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

really have a way with words.” Peter

to Mr. Evans, I'm just an amateur in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip and remarked, “Yes, he's quite skilled in that department.” Her words carried a

unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head,

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

mention it,

entered the VIP ward, where Mark was peacefully

all night, unwilling to close her eyes even for a

in the blink of an eye haunted

on her warm cheek and stared at him,

on his

witnessing this intimate scene and

Cecilia's voice

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

and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest in quite some time. This prolonged sleep is

he's had enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at the doctor's explanation,

visit Mark, accompanied

me off

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

1977 Although Mark could issue instructions over the

can be quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen and Cecilia engaged in conversation, Rena attentively

forehead, her

couldn't resist a

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

with one hand still

me check on our old man.” Rena felt an

scene, noting that despite his age,

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

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the atmosphere

arrived with both Edwin and

requested that the servant

initiative, Edwin opened the door

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

observed Mark attentively for an extended moment before

whispering to her not to make a

is resting, okay?” His gaze

to one particular rainy night when Mark had emerged from the downpour to comfort

Edwin had been battling a fever

was there, a steadfast presence by his

in Edwin's

up Olivia without uttering a word before carefully tucking her into Mark's quilt and

silent, her eyes