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 next 48

a heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him, tenderly smoothing out the lines on his

do you keep putting me through this?” Cecilia's voice

voice. He tried

It was Cecilia.

you shedding

every fiber of his being, slowly reached out to touch

changed. You used to be so candid and

1974 Nestling closer to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times

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

think sensibly. I could have called my father and

and Olivia if something befell you?” Tears streamed down her

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

to her, eyes

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

ward door creaked

cooling patch still on his forehead

It was Edwin.

to bring him to the hospital,

of their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered with mixed

the boy shook his head, bolting

still ill. Why are you here at the hospital?” Lips quivering,

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

humbly in a small rental space for years, where even a simple

ward, Peter

that of a spouse, Peter whispered, “Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see you. You need to

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

exited the room to

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

was Mark's flesh and blood;

Peter comforted Mark until he fell

Peter found Cecilia engrossed in a call, likely with her film

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

to stay in

As parents, their foremost responsibility was to

made her intentions

pause, Peter's face Lit up

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

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

1976 He quipped, “Oh, 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

scratched his head, momentarily at a

Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss the

opted not to mention it, deciding to

entered the VIP ward,

hadn't slept all night, unwilling to close her

vanish in

on her warm cheek and stared at him, her

his way

changed his mind upon witnessing this intimate scene and quietly

better.” Cecilia's voice was almost

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

of stress, and it seems he hasn't had

had enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at

visit Mark,

me Bee Bh Ti Koos “He really caught me off guard this time.” Mark

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

be quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen

wiped Mark's forehead, her

actions, couldn't resist a teasing

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

a kind word to say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's condition by touching his

man.” Rena felt

in Cecilia's eyes as she observed the scene, noting that despite his age, Waylen retained a certain

Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon, so he soon

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the atmosphere in the

arrived with both Edwin

the

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and ushered his

a serene

an extended moment before affectionately

gently, whispering to her

resting, okay?” His gaze

night when

that evening, Edwin had

up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence

brimmed in Edwin's

Olivia without uttering a word before carefully tucking her into

silent, her eyes fixed on her