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.

him closely over the next 48 hours. If his fever exceeds 39 degrees, alert us immediately.” Cecilia acknowledged with a

Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat

you keep putting me through this?” Cecilia's voice

voice. He tried to focus, his

It was Cecilia.

questioned, “Are you shedding

of his being, slowly reached

to be so

him, Cecilia murmured, “Times

you'll always be that same young girl” Emotion welled up in

called my father and brother and

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

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

slowly turned to her,

is my son. It’s my duty to be there for him.” Lost for

door creaked

cooling patch still on his forehead peeked in

It was Edwin.

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

of their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered

let Edwin inside, but the boy shook his head,

you here at the hospital?” Lips quivering,

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,

living humbly in a small rental space for years, where even a simple treat like milk

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

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

she exited the room to gather

softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for

and blood; he

comforted Mark until he

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

can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when

in Duefron,

had a point. As parents, their foremost responsibility was to

her intentions

a thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit up

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

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

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

unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily at a loss

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

he opted not to mention it,

the VIP ward, where Mark was peacefully

close her eyes even

vanish in

warm cheek and stared at him, her

was on his way to the

changed his mind upon witnessing this

better.” Cecilia's voice was almost a

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

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

felt some relief at the

came to visit

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

anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to do at that

1977 Although Mark could issue instructions over the phone, he chose to take the risk

quite impulsive at times.” While

her

Rena's actions, couldn't resist a

of your own father, Rena.”

with one hand still on Rena's shoulder,

Rena felt an intense urge

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

for the afternoon,

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the three adults gone, the atmosphere in

arrived with

the servant wait

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and ushered his

the bed, Mark remained in a serene repose,

observed Mark attentively for an extended moment before affectionately addressing

whispering to her

is resting, okay?” His

particular rainy night when Mark had emerged from the

evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and considerable

was there,

in

carefully tucking her

remained silent, her eyes fixed on