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.

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

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

you keep putting me

seemed to recognize her voice. He tried

It was Cecilia.

he questioned, “Are you shedding

every fiber of his being, slowly reached

You used to be so

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

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

think sensibly. I could have called my father and brother and

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

“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

to her, eyes filled with

my duty to be there for him.” Lost for

ward door creaked open

a cooling patch still on

It was Edwin.

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

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

to let Edwin inside, but the boy shook his

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

boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is

living humbly in a small rental space for years, where

ward, Peter found Mark

“Edwin was here. Even in his ill state, he wanted to see you. You

his head against Cecilia, Mark teased, “See, Cecilia? Peter sure has a way with words." Though Cecilia realized they were

exited the room to gather

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

act.” Edwin was Mark's flesh and blood;

Library Peter comforted Mark

in a call, likely with

mend, you can continue your

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

As parents, their foremost responsibility was

made her

pause, Peter's

he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's remark, Cecilia couldn't help

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

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 that department.” Her

scratched his head, momentarily at a loss for

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

he opted not to mention it, deciding to

entered the VIP ward, where Mark was

night, unwilling to close her

thought that Mark might vanish in

hand on her warm cheek and stared

on his way

his mind upon witnessing this

better.” Cecilia's voice was

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

persistently sought answers. The doctor, in a patient tone, explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and it seems

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

visit Mark, accompanied

Ti Koos “He really caught me off guard this time.” Mark had always been a meticulous and

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

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

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

forehead, her expression filled with care

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

on our old man.” Rena felt an intense urge to scold Waylen but

eyes as she observed the scene, noting that

the afternoon, so he

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere

with both Edwin

requested that the servant wait

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and

Mark remained in a serene repose, his face displaying a

Mark attentively for an extended moment before

his sister gently, whispering to her not to

resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered on

to one particular rainy night

evening, Edwin had been battling a fever and considerable

Mark was there, a steadfast presence by

in Edwin's

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

remained silent, her eyes