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.

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

for Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him, tenderly smoothing out the

keep putting me through

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

It was Cecilia.

questioned, “Are you shedding tears for me?” “No,” she

weariness permeating every fiber of his being, slowly reached out to touch

You used to be so candid

closer to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times have

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

have called my father and brother and you didn’t

and Olivia if something

last night. If I hadn't stepped in, who else would have?

turned to her, eyes filled

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

ward door creaked open

young boy with a cooling patch still on

It was Edwin.

persuaded his sitter to bring

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

but the boy shook his head, bolting away,

are you here at

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,”

he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years, where even a simple treat

to the ward, Peter

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 see you. You need to recover quickly, for them.” Mustering the

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 they were jesting to lighten her mood, it only deepened her melancholy. Strong and

room to gather her

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

was Mark's flesh and blood; he would go to any lengths to

comforted Mark until he fell

engrossed in a call, likely with her film

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

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

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

her

thoughtful pause, Peter's face

Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's

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

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.” Her

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

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

not to mention it, deciding to

entered the VIP ward, where Mark was peacefully

hadn't slept all night, unwilling to close her eyes even for

in

gently placed Mark's hand on her warm cheek and stared at

his

his mind upon witnessing this intimate scene and quietly

better.” Cecilia's voice

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

amount of stress, and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest in quite some time. This

when he's had enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at the

visit Mark, accompanied by

really caught me off guard this time.”

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

could issue instructions over the phone, he chose to take the

While Waylen and Cecilia

wiped Mark's forehead, her expression filled with

actions, couldn't resist a

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

one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently

Rena felt

she observed the scene, noting that despite his age,

commitments for the afternoon, so he soon

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere

servant arrived with

requested that the

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and ushered his

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

observed Mark attentively for an extended moment before affectionately

whispering to her not to make a

is resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered on

rainy night when Mark had emerged from the downpour to

that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and

he woke up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence

brimmed in Edwin's

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

silent, her eyes fixed