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.

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

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

me through this?”

recognize her voice. He tried

It was Cecilia.

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

of his being,

used to be so candid

to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times have changed,

the young girl you remember.” “But in my eyes, you'll

and brother and you didn’t

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

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

her, eyes filled

Lost for words, Cecilia simply held Mark's hand, allowing him the peace to

door creaked open

a cooling patch still

It was Edwin.

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

of their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered with

boy shook his head, bolting away, only to

you here

boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your

boy, 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 milk tea was a

to the ward, Peter found Mark

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

Edwin and Olivia are just kids! And 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

the room to

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

blood; he would go to any

Peter comforted Mark until he fell

ward, Peter found Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely

Evans is on the mend, you can continue your

sacrificed a coveted film role to stay in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's well-being,

a point. As parents, their foremost responsibility was

made her

a thoughtful pause, Peter's face

choice. With you by Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's remark, Cecilia

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

an amateur in the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip and remarked, “Yes, he's quite skilled in that department.” Her words carried

Peter. He awkwardly scratched

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

to mention it, deciding to tread

ward, where Mark was

all night, unwilling to close her eyes even for a

in the blink of an eye haunted

on her warm

on his way

he changed his mind upon witnessing this intimate scene and

better.” Cecilia's voice

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

a 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 of catching up

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

to visit Mark, accompanied

really caught me off guard

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 ultimately calm down and resort to

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

While

tenderly wiped Mark's forehead, her expression filled with

Rena's actions, couldn't resist a

your own father, Rena.” Rena shot Waylen

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

Rena felt an intense

observed the scene, noting that despite his

had other commitments for the afternoon, so he soon left with

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

three adults gone, the atmosphere

servant arrived with both Edwin

the servant

initiative, Edwin opened the door

Mark remained in a serene repose, his face displaying

Mark attentively for an extended moment

to

resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered

particular rainy night when Mark

evening, Edwin had

he woke up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence

in Edwin's

carefully tucking her into Mark's quilt and

silent, her eyes fixed