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.

him closely

and exited, Cecilia took a seat

do you keep putting me

recognize her voice. He tried to

It was Cecilia.

you

fiber of his being, slowly reached out to touch

to be

him, Cecilia murmured, “Times

you'll always be that same young girl”

father and brother and you didn’t have

to Edwin and Olivia if something befell you?”

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

her, eyes filled

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

door creaked open

boy with a cooling patch still

It was Edwin.

to

their relationship, Edwin's eyes shimmered with

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

aback, said, “You're still ill. Why are you here at

encountered many children, Peter intuitively sensed Edwin's hesitance. Kneeling down to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's my dad,” Edwin

lingered on 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 tea was a luxury.

the ward, Peter found Mark

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

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 her

exited the room to gather

softly, “Edwin just recognized you as his

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

Mark until he fell

engrossed in a call,

can continue your work. He'll be in high spirits when you return.” Cecilia shook

coveted film role to stay in Duefron, prioritizing Mark's well-being,

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

her

a thoughtful pause, Peter's

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

in a soft tone, “You really have a way with words.” Peter breathed

'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

unnoticed by Peter. He awkwardly scratched

going to go see him now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't

mention it,

ward,

unwilling to close her eyes even for a moment

Mark might vanish in the blink of an eye

Mark's hand on her warm

on his way to the

witnessing

better.” Cecilia's

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

anxiety grew, and she persistently sought answers. The doctor, in a patient tone, explained, “He's been under an immense amount of stress, and

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

visit Mark,

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

servant, overwhelmed with anxiety, couldn't make a decision of what to

instructions over the

“Turns out he can be quite impulsive at times.” While

tenderly wiped Mark's forehead, her expression filled with care

couldn't resist a

your own father, Rena.” Rena shot Waylen

with one hand still on Rena's shoulder, gently assessed Mark's condition by touching

old man.” Rena felt an intense urge to scold

observed the scene, noting that despite his

commitments for the afternoon, so

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

gone, the

servant arrived with

the servant wait

initiative, Edwin opened the door and ushered his

remained in a serene repose, his face displaying a

Mark attentively for an extended moment

whispering to her not to make

resting, okay?” His

thoughts drifted back to one particular rainy night when

1978 On that evening, Edwin had been battling

he woke up, Mark was

brimmed in Edwin's

Olivia without uttering a word before carefully tucking her

eyes