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.

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.” Cecilia acknowledged

Mark and exited, Cecilia took a seat

keep putting me through

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

It was Cecilia.

questioned, “Are you shedding

weariness permeating every fiber of his being, slowly reached out to touch

You used to be so candid

Nestling closer to him, Cecilia

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

have called my father and brother and you didn’t

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

hadn't stepped in, who else would have? Your father’s advancing in age, and your brother has

turned to her,

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

door

a cooling patch still on his forehead peeked in

It was Edwin.

had persuaded his sitter to bring him to the

relationship, Edwin's

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

are you here at the hospital?” Lips

to the boy's level, Peter comforted, “Your great uncle is okay.” “He's

had faced, living humbly

to the ward, Peter

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

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

room

with guilt. 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 you.” Mark's voice

blood; he would go to any lengths

Library Peter comforted Mark until

the ward, Peter found Cecilia engrossed in

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

to stay in

their foremost responsibility

her

thoughtful pause, Peter's face Lit

the best choice. With you by Mr. Evans'ide, he's sure to

really have a way with words.”

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

He awkwardly scratched

now.” Observing Cecilia's retreating figure, Peter couldn't dismiss

not to mention it, deciding to tread

the VIP ward, where Mark was peacefully

hadn't slept all night, unwilling to close her eyes even for a

in

her warm cheek and stared at

was on his way to the

mind upon witnessing this intimate scene

Cecilia's voice was almost a

been in deep slumber for a long time. An entire day had gone

“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

when he's had enough.” While Cecilia felt

visit Mark,

me off guard this time.” Mark had

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

instructions over the

at times.” While Waylen and

Mark's forehead, her

Rena's actions, couldn't resist a

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

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

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

welled up in Cecilia's eyes as she observed the scene, noting that despite his age, Waylen retained a

Library Waylen had other commitments for the afternoon, so he soon

Cecilia escorted them downstairs.

the three adults gone, the atmosphere in the

with both

requested that the servant

opened the door

on the bed, Mark remained in a

attentively for an extended moment before affectionately addressing

gently, whispering to her not to make

is resting, okay?” His gaze Lingered on

thoughts drifted back to one particular rainy night when Mark had emerged from the downpour

Edwin had been

woke up, Mark was there, a steadfast presence by

brimmed in Edwin's

Olivia without uttering a word before carefully tucking her into

remained silent, her eyes fixed on