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.

a nurse started an IV for Mark. Spotting Cecilia, she advised, “Monitor him closely over

the nurse set up a heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him, tenderly smoothing out the lines

me through this?” Cecilia's voice

voice. He tried to focus, his eyes settling on a hazy

It was Cecilia.

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

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

You used to be so candid and

closer to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times have

my eyes, you'll always be

think sensibly. I could have called my father and brother and you didn’t have to do this. Your

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

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 on in

her, eyes filled with

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

door creaked open

with a cooling patch still on his forehead

It was Edwin.

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

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

Edwin inside, but the boy shook his head,

are you here at

comforted, “Your great

on the boy, reflecting on Edwin's privileged lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space

ward, Peter found Mark

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

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

the room to gather

Edwin.” Peter responded softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for you, playing

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

Mark until he

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

the mend, you can continue your

film role to stay in Duefron,

parents, their foremost

made her intentions

a thoughtful pause, Peter's

by Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's remark, Cecilia couldn't help but

have a way with words.” Peter breathed a sigh of relief, his usual playful demeanor

I'm just an amateur in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia

awkwardly scratched his head,

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

mention it,

ward, where Mark was peacefully

close her eyes even for a

in the blink of an eye

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

his way to the

upon witnessing this intimate scene

please get better.” Cecilia's voice

An entire day had gone by, yet he showed no

and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest

While Cecilia felt some relief at the doctor's

came to visit

caught me off

servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to do at that moment. However, she'd ultimately calm

the phone,

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

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

couldn't

your own father, Rena.” Rena shot Waylen a

to say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's

man.” Rena felt an intense urge

eyes as she observed the scene, noting that despite his age,

Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon,

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the three adults gone, the atmosphere

with both Edwin

that the servant

opened the door and ushered his

the bed, Mark remained in a serene repose, his face

an extended moment

whispering to her not

resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered

his thoughts drifted back to one particular rainy night when Mark had emerged from the downpour to

1978 On that evening, Edwin had been battling

time he woke up, Mark was

in

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

her eyes fixed