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.

medication, a nurse started an IV for Mark. Spotting Cecilia, she advised, “Monitor him closely over the next 48 hours. If his fever exceeds 39 degrees,

the nurse set up a heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia

you keep putting me

recognize her voice. He tried to focus, his eyes settling on

It was Cecilia.

raspy voice, he questioned, “Are you shedding tears for me?” “No,”

being, slowly reached out to touch

to be so

1974 Nestling closer to him, Cecilia

eyes, you'll always be that

called my father and brother and you

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

Mark 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

ward door creaked

young boy with a cooling patch

It was Edwin.

to bring him to the hospital, fearing for Mark's

Mark's acknowledgment of their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered

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

ill. Why are you here at

Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's my dad,” Edwin whispered, before darting away, the servant

had faced, living humbly in a small rental

the ward,

a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see you. You need to recover quickly, for them.” Mustering

agreed, “Yes, you're still young.” Resting his head against Cecilia, Mark teased, “See, Cecilia?

exited the room to gather her

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

Edwin was Mark's flesh and blood; he would

Peter comforted Mark until

Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely with her film

continue your work. He'll be

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

a point. As parents, their foremost responsibility

her

a thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit up with

sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's remark, Cecilia couldn't

with words.” Peter breathed a sigh of relief, his

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 lip and remarked, “Yes, he's quite skilled in that department.”

He awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily

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

not to mention it, deciding

entered the VIP ward,

slept all night, unwilling to close her eyes even

might vanish in the blink of an eye

Mark's hand on her warm cheek

on his way to

upon witnessing this intimate scene and quietly

Cecilia's voice was almost

in deep slumber for a long time. An entire day had gone by, yet

explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest

While Cecilia felt some

visit

Bee Bh Ti Koos “He really caught me off guard this

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

issue instructions over the phone, he chose

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

Mark's forehead, her expression filled

Rena's actions, couldn't resist a

of your own father,

Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's

me check on our old man.” Rena felt an intense urge to

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

for the afternoon, so he soon left with

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the three adults gone, the atmosphere in the room

arrived with both Edwin and

that the servant wait

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and ushered his

the bed, Mark remained in a serene

Mark attentively for an extended moment

his sister gently, whispering to her

okay?” His gaze Lingered on

one particular rainy night when Mark

that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and considerable

Mark was there, a steadfast presence by

in Edwin's

carefully tucking her into Mark's quilt and

eyes fixed on