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.

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

Cecilia took a seat

putting me through

tried to focus, his

It was Cecilia.

you shedding

being, slowly reached

used to be so candid and

closer to him,

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

to think sensibly. I could have called my father and brother and you

something befell you?” Tears streamed

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

to her, eyes filled with

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

ward door

cooling patch still

It was Edwin.

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

their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered with mixed

Edwin inside, but the boy shook

Why are you here at the

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

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

to the ward, Peter

here. Even in his ill

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

room to gather

softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for you, playing the martyr might

flesh and blood; he

Library Peter comforted Mark

found Cecilia engrossed in a

to reassure her, Peter began, “When Mr. Evans is on the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in

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

point. As parents, their

made her intentions

pause, Peter's face Lit up

to recover swiftly”

have a way with words.” Peter

art of

scratched

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

to mention

ward, where Mark was peacefully

close her eyes even for a

that Mark might vanish in the blink of an eye

her warm cheek and

on his

mind upon witnessing

get better.” Cecilia's voice was

a long time. An entire day

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

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

visit Mark, accompanied by

me off guard this time.” Mark had always been a meticulous and cautious

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

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

at times.” While

wiped Mark's forehead, her expression

couldn't resist a teasing

of your own

with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's condition by touching

man.” Rena felt an intense

scene, noting that despite his age, Waylen retained

had other commitments for the afternoon, so

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere in

servant arrived with both Edwin and

requested that the

opened the door

a serene repose, his

for an extended moment before affectionately addressing

cradled his sister gently, whispering to her not to

is resting, okay?” His

thoughts drifted back to one particular rainy night when Mark

evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and

up, Mark was there, a steadfast

brimmed in

before carefully tucking

remained silent, her eyes fixed on