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.

she advised, “Monitor him closely over the

heart monitor for Mark and exited, Cecilia took

putting me

voice. He tried to focus, his eyes settling

It was Cecilia.

you shedding tears for me?” “No,”

his being, slowly reached out to touch her

changed. You used to be so candid

1974 Nestling closer to him, Cecilia

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

sensibly. I could have called my father and brother and

and Olivia if something befell you?” Tears streamed down her

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

slowly turned to her, eyes filled

there for him.” Lost for words, Cecilia simply held Mark's hand, allowing him

door

a cooling patch still on his forehead

It was Edwin.

persuaded his sitter to

acknowledgment of their relationship, Edwin's

but the boy shook

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

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

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

the ward, 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

she exited the room to gather her

I'd give everything for Edwin.” Peter responded softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his father. As for you, playing the martyr might worry

Mark's flesh and blood; he would go to any lengths

Peter comforted Mark until he fell

Cecilia engrossed in

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

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

a point. As parents, their foremost responsibility was to their

made her

Peter's

Evans'ide, he's sure to recover swiftly” Koos Upon hearing Peter's remark, Cecilia couldn't

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

the art of charming ladies.” Cecilia

awkwardly scratched his head, momentarily at a

retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss

not to mention it,

VIP ward,

slept all night, unwilling to close her

in the blink of an eye haunted

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

on his way to the

witnessing

please get better.” Cecilia's voice was almost

deep slumber for a long time. An entire day

and it seems he hasn't had a proper rest in quite some time. This prolonged sleep is his

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

came to visit Mark,

off guard this time.” Mark had always been a meticulous

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

Although Mark could issue instructions over the

times.” While Waylen and Cecilia engaged in conversation, Rena attentively attended

wiped Mark's forehead, her expression filled with care

couldn't resist a teasing

taking care of your own father, Rena.” Rena shot

one hand still on

old man.” Rena felt an intense urge

she observed the scene, noting that despite his age, Waylen retained a certain

commitments for the afternoon, so he

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

three adults gone, the atmosphere in the

servant arrived with both

requested that the servant wait

the initiative, Edwin opened the door and ushered his sister

bed, Mark remained in a

an

sister gently, whispering to her

is resting, okay?” His

night

On that evening, Edwin had been battling a fever

Mark was there, a steadfast presence by

in

carefully tucking

silent, her eyes