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.

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

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

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.

he questioned, “Are you shedding tears for

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

You used to be so candid

Nestling closer to him, Cecilia

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

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

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

Mark 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 children as well as

her, eyes

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

ward door

a cooling patch still

It was Edwin.

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

acknowledgment of their relationship, Edwin's eyes

the boy shook his head,

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

the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's my dad,” Edwin whispered,

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

ward,

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

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 mood, it only deepened her melancholy. Strong and resilient, she wanted to be Mark's pillar

exited the room to

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

no act.” Edwin was Mark's flesh and blood; he would go

comforted Mark until

Cecilia engrossed in a call,

is on the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in

sacrificed a coveted film role to stay in

a point. As parents, their

her

pause, Peter's face

he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing

a way with words.” Peter breathed a

“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 skilled

He awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily at

Cecilia added, “I'm just teasing. I'm going to go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss the thought that her remark was far from casual; she was

opted not to mention it, deciding to tread

the VIP ward, where Mark was peacefully

all night, unwilling to close her eyes

vanish in the blink of an eye haunted

on her warm cheek and

his way to

upon witnessing this intimate scene and quietly

better.” Cecilia's voice was almost a

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

an immense amount of stress, and it seems he

Cecilia felt some relief at the doctor's explanation,

to visit Mark, accompanied by

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

children. The servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to do at that moment.

could issue instructions over the phone, he

at times.” While

her expression filled

observing Rena's actions, couldn't resist a

of your own

one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently

old man.” Rena felt

in Cecilia's eyes as she observed the scene, noting that

other commitments for the afternoon, so he soon left with

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere in

servant arrived with both

requested that the

initiative, Edwin opened the door and

remained in a serene repose,

Mark attentively for an extended moment before affectionately addressing

gently, whispering to her not to make

is resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered on

particular rainy night

Edwin had been battling

was there, a steadfast presence by his

brimmed in Edwin's

Olivia without uttering a word before carefully

silent, her eyes fixed