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.

advised, “Monitor him closely over the next 48 hours. If his fever exceeds 39 degrees, alert

the nurse set up a heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took

you keep putting me through this?” Cecilia's

though feverish, seemed to recognize her voice. He tried to focus, his eyes settling on a hazy

It was Cecilia.

questioned, “Are you shedding

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

changed. You used to be so candid

closer to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times have changed,

you remember.” “But in my eyes, you'll always be that same young girl” Emotion welled up in

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

if something befell

else would have? Your

to her, eyes

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

door creaked open

boy with a cooling patch still on his forehead peeked in

It was Edwin.

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

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

Edwin inside, but the boy

aback, said, “You're still ill. Why are you here at the hospital?”

encountered many children, Peter intuitively sensed Edwin's hesitance. Kneeling down to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's my dad,” Edwin

hardships he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years,

the ward,

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 them.” Mustering the

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

room to gather

ward, Mark 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

blood;

Library Peter comforted Mark

found Cecilia engrossed in a

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

had sacrificed a coveted film role to stay in Duefron,

point. As parents, their foremost responsibility was

made her intentions

a thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit up

the best choice. With you by Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's remark, Cecilia couldn't

have a way with words.” Peter breathed

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 skilled in

by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily at a

going to go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss the thought that her remark was far from

he opted not to mention

entered the VIP ward, where

to close her

thought that Mark might vanish in the blink of

warm cheek

on his way

changed his mind upon witnessing this intimate scene

please get better.” Cecilia's voice was almost

had been in deep slumber for a long time. An entire day had gone by, yet

an immense amount of stress, and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest

enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at the

visit Mark, accompanied

Koos “He really caught me off guard

for the children. The servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of

issue instructions over the phone, he

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

Mark's forehead, her expression filled with

observing Rena's actions, couldn't resist a teasing

seems like you're taking care of your own father, Rena.” Rena

say.” Waylen, with one hand

man.” Rena felt an intense

observed the scene, noting that despite

commitments for the afternoon, so he soon left with

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the atmosphere in

arrived with

the servant wait

the door and ushered

a serene repose,

an extended moment before

his sister gently, whispering to her not

His gaze Lingered on

drifted back to one particular rainy night when

that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and

up, Mark was

in Edwin's

Olivia without uttering a word before carefully tucking her into

silent, her eyes fixed