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.

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.”

Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat beside him, tenderly smoothing out

me

recognize her voice. He tried to focus, his eyes settling

It was Cecilia.

you

being,

changed. You used to be so candid

closer to him, Cecilia murmured, “Times

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

I could have called my father and brother

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

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 Rena to look

turned to her, eyes filled with

my duty to be there for him.” Lost for

ward door creaked

a cooling patch

It was Edwin.

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

their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered with mixed

to let Edwin inside, but the boy shook his head, bolting

Why are you here at the hospital?” Lips

intuitively sensed Edwin's hesitance. Kneeling down to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's my dad,” Edwin whispered, before darting away, the servant trailing

faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years, where even a simple treat like milk tea was a

to the ward, Peter found Mark

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 strength,

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 mood, it only deepened her melancholy. Strong and resilient, she

exited the room to

just recognized you as his father. As for

blood; he would go to any lengths to protect the

Peter comforted Mark

in a call, likely with

Evans is on the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when you return.” Cecilia shook her

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

As parents, their foremost responsibility was

made her intentions

pause, Peter's face Lit up

With you by Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's remark, Cecilia

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

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 words carried

unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched his

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

mention

entered the VIP ward, where

close her eyes even for

might vanish in

placed Mark's hand on her warm cheek and stared at him, her gaze

was on his

upon witnessing this intimate scene and

Cecilia's

long time. An entire day had gone

doctor, in a patient tone, explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest in quite some time. This prolonged sleep

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

to visit

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

anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to do at that moment. However, she'd

over the phone, he chose to take

quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen and

her expression filled with care

Rena's actions, couldn't resist a

of your own father, Rena.” Rena shot Waylen

with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently

Rena felt

scene, noting

for the afternoon, so he soon left

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the atmosphere in the room

with

that the

the

a

an extended moment before affectionately

whispering to her not to

resting, okay?” His

thoughts drifted back to one particular rainy night when Mark

1978 On that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever

up, Mark was

brimmed in

picked up Olivia without uttering a word before carefully tucking

remained silent, her eyes fixed on her