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

monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took

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

to recognize her voice. He tried to

It was Cecilia.

questioned, “Are you shedding tears for

permeating every fiber of his being, slowly reached

You used to be so candid

Nestling closer to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times have

not the young girl you remember.” “But in my eyes, you'll always be that same young girl” Emotion welled up

and brother and you didn’t have to do this.

if something

stepped in, who else would

her, eyes filled

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

door creaked open

with a cooling patch still on

It was Edwin.

his sitter to bring him to the

acknowledgment of their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered with

but the boy shook his head, bolting

are you here at the hospital?” Lips quivering, Edwin

down to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's

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 luxury.

ward,

around 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 them.” Mustering

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 with words." Though Cecilia realized they were jesting to lighten her

room 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.

was Mark's flesh and blood; he would go

Peter comforted Mark until he

Cecilia engrossed in

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

stay in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's well-being, along with Edwin

their foremost responsibility was

made her intentions

a thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit up

Evans'ide, he's sure to

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

of charming ladies.” Cecilia bit her lip and remarked, “Yes, he's quite skilled in that

by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head,

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

to mention it, deciding to

the VIP ward, where Mark was peacefully

night, unwilling to close her eyes even for a

Mark might vanish in the

warm cheek

his way to

changed his mind upon witnessing

better.” Cecilia's voice was almost a

deep slumber for a long time. An entire day had gone by, yet he showed no signs of

of stress, and it seems he hasn't had a

when he's had enough.” While Cecilia felt some relief at the

came to visit Mark, accompanied by

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

anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to do at that moment. However, she'd ultimately calm down and resort to administering the medicine herself.

could issue instructions over the phone, he chose to take

at times.” While

forehead, her expression filled with

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

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

a kind word to say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder,

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

the scene, noting that

the afternoon,

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere in the

with

requested that the servant

initiative, Edwin opened the door

on the bed, Mark remained in a serene

observed Mark attentively for an extended moment

cradled his sister gently, whispering to her not to make

okay?” His

night when Mark

Edwin had

was there, a steadfast presence by his

brimmed in

a word before carefully

eyes