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

monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat

keep putting me through this?”

seemed to recognize her voice. He tried to focus,

It was Cecilia.

voice, he questioned, “Are you

every fiber of his being,

changed. You used to

Nestling closer to him,

my eyes, you'll always be that same young girl” Emotion welled up

sensibly. I could have called my father and brother and you didn’t have to

would happen to Edwin and Olivia if something befell

her hand firmly, 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 four children as well as Rena to look after.” Cecilia looked

turned to her, eyes

be there for him.” Lost for words, Cecilia simply held Mark's hand, allowing him

door creaked open

boy with a cooling patch still on his

It was Edwin.

worry evident, Edwin had persuaded his sitter to bring him to the

relationship, Edwin's eyes

let Edwin inside, but the boy shook his head, bolting

“You're still ill. Why are you here at the hospital?” Lips quivering, Edwin remained

many children, Peter intuitively sensed Edwin's hesitance. Kneeling down to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is

reflecting on Edwin's privileged lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years, where even a simple treat like

the ward, Peter found

around Mark with a tenderness rivaling that of a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill

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 resilient,

room

confided to Peter, “I 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 more. She deeply cares about you.” Mark's voice was a

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

Peter comforted Mark

engrossed in

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

in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's well-being, along with

As parents, their foremost responsibility was to their

her

a thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit

the best choice. With you by Mr. 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, his usual

Mr. Evans, I'm just an amateur in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip

He awkwardly scratched

see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't

he opted not to mention it, deciding

the VIP ward,

slept all night, unwilling to close her eyes even for

might vanish in

gently placed Mark's hand on her warm cheek

was on his

witnessing

better.” Cecilia's voice was almost a

deep slumber for a long time. An entire

patient tone, explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest in quite some time. This prolonged sleep is his way

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

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off guard this time.” Mark had always been

make a decision of what to do at that moment. However, she'd ultimately calm down and

issue instructions over the phone, he

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

tenderly wiped Mark's forehead, her expression filled with care and

observing Rena's actions, couldn't

your own father, Rena.” Rena shot Waylen a

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

man.” Rena felt an intense urge to scold

eyes as she observed the scene, noting

Library Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon, so he soon left

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

three adults gone, the atmosphere in

servant arrived with both

that the

Edwin opened the door and ushered his

Mark remained in a serene repose, his

observed Mark attentively for an extended moment before affectionately

sister gently, whispering to her not to make a

His

night when Mark

On that evening, Edwin had been

was there, a steadfast presence by

in Edwin's

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

eyes