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 hours. If his fever exceeds 39 degrees, alert us immediately.”

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

me through

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

It was Cecilia.

voice, he questioned, “Are you shedding

being,

You used to be so candid and

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

eyes, you'll always be that same young girl” Emotion welled up in

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

something befell you?” Tears

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 to look after.” Cecilia looked on

her, eyes filled with

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

door

patch still

It was Edwin.

had persuaded his sitter to bring

relationship, Edwin's

Edwin inside, but the boy shook his head, bolting away,

Why are you here

Edwin's hesitance. Kneeling down to the boy's level, Peter comforted,

the boy, reflecting on Edwin's privileged lineage and the hardships he had faced, living humbly in a small rental space for years, where even a simple treat like milk

ward, Peter found

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 the strength,

quite the charmer, arent you? And I hate you! Edwin and Olivia 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

room to gather her

everything for Edwin.” Peter responded softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his

it's no act.” Edwin was Mark's flesh and blood; he would go to any lengths to protect

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really have a way with words.”

'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 in that department.” Her words carried a tinge of

scratched his head, momentarily at

“I'm just teasing. I'm going to go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating

opted not to mention

VIP ward, where Mark was peacefully

slept all night, unwilling to close her eyes even for a

in the blink of an

gently placed Mark's hand on her warm cheek and

was on his way

mind upon witnessing this intimate scene and quietly

get better.” Cecilia's voice was almost

long time. An entire day had gone

explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest

Cecilia felt some relief at the doctor's explanation,

came to visit

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

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

Although Mark could issue instructions over the phone, he chose

“Turns out he can be quite impulsive at times.” While Waylen and Cecilia engaged

tenderly wiped Mark's forehead, her expression

actions, couldn't resist a

of your own father, Rena.” Rena shot Waylen a

say.” Waylen, with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed

old man.” Rena felt an intense urge

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

the afternoon,

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

adults gone, the atmosphere in

servant arrived with

that the servant

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and ushered his

on the bed, Mark remained in a

observed Mark attentively for an extended

sister gently, whispering to her not to

okay?” His gaze Lingered

one particular rainy night when Mark had emerged from the

On that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever

Mark was there, a

brimmed in Edwin's

carefully tucking her into Mark's quilt

remained silent, her eyes fixed on