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.

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

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

do you keep putting me through this?”

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

It was Cecilia.

he questioned, “Are you shedding tears for me?”

of his being, slowly reached out to touch her

used to be so candid

Nestling closer to him, Cecilia murmured,

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

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

Olivia if something befell

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 Rena

turned to her, eyes

him.” Lost for words, Cecilia simply held Mark's hand, allowing him the peace to rest his

door

patch still on his forehead

It was Edwin.

to bring him

of their relationship,

Edwin inside, but the boy shook

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

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

privileged lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly

ward, Peter

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, Mark

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 wanted to

she exited the room to

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

blood; he would go to

Mark

found Cecilia engrossed in a call,

to reassure her, Peter began, “When Mr. Evans is on the mend, you can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits

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

had a point. As parents, their foremost responsibility

her

a thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit

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

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

Peter. He awkwardly scratched his head,

retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss the thought that her remark was far from casual;

opted not to mention it, deciding to

the VIP ward,

close her eyes

Mark might vanish in the

warm cheek and stared at him, her

was on his way to

changed his mind upon witnessing this

please get better.” Cecilia's voice was almost a

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

she persistently sought answers. The 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 is his way of catching

awaken when he's had enough.” While Cecilia felt some

visit Mark, accompanied by

really caught me off guard this time.” Mark had always been

The servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to do at that moment. However, she'd ultimately calm down and

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

at times.” While Waylen and

forehead, her expression filled with

observing Rena's actions, couldn't resist a

your own

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

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

observed the scene, noting that despite

Library Waylen had other commitments for the

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the

arrived with both Edwin

requested that the servant wait

initiative, Edwin opened the door and

Mark remained in a serene repose,

Mark attentively for an extended

gently, whispering to her not to make a

His gaze Lingered

to one particular rainy night

1978 On that evening, Edwin had been

was

brimmed in

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

her eyes