A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 1981 Cecilia placed the dishes on the table and assisted Mark in shifting over. It took a few moments before Mark finally settled into his seat.

He began to eat, making his way through half a bowl of soup.

He paused, gazing at Cecilia with gentleness in his eyes as he inquired, “Isn't the film you were shooting out of town still unfinished?” Cecilia hesitated to share the truth with him.

She replied vaguely, “I'll go back to work once you've recovered.” ANGELA'sLIBRARY Mark was skeptical.

“There's a time limit for renting locations, Cecilia. I'm really fine.” Cecilia bit her lip, torn between her desire to stay with him and her professional commitments.

After a moment, she feigned resolve and declared, “I can put a pause on the shooting for a few days as I still have that influence.

They'll understand.” In the past, Mark might have believed her words.

However, he knew Cecilia had changed and valued her career dearly now.

Mark, ever the perceptive man, understood that there might not even be a crew for her to return to at the moment, so he chose not to press the matter further.

Cecilia ladled more soup into his bowl, urging, “Have some more. You need it." Mark fixed his gaze on her.

Cecilia's cheeks flushed crimson in his presence, especially with Edwin at her side. She found it challenging to withstand Mark's intense scrutiny.

Mark offered a warm smile and dutifully consumed more soup.

It seemed to reinvigorate him.

Though he was still somewhat limited in his movements, his fever had subsided. He leaned against the bed and played with Olivia, who was now awake and lively.

The bed was quite spacious.

Olivia cheerfully explored all four corners of it, treating the space like her own personal playground. Mark, in good spirits, allowed the little girl to roam freely.

Eventually, Olivia flung herself into her father's welcoming arms.

Edwin handed her a bottle filled with milk.

Olivia settled in comfortably for her feed.

Chapter 1982 Mark tenderly caressed Olivia's face, a warm feeling swelling in his heart.

In the earlier part of his life, Mark had amassed fame and fortune.

However, he then suffered an illness that nearly cost him his life.

In those trying times, he had never envisioned such a day.

The thought of having a wife and children around him had never crossed his mind.

Mark raised his gaze and locked eyes with Cecilia.

He whispered tenderly, “Cecilia, thank you.” A sudden knock at the door interrupted their moment.

Cecilia went to answer the door.

As it swung open, she found herself momentarily stunned. Standing before her were Charlie and several of Marks other friends.

To her surprise, Flora was also among them.

Cecilia appeared somewhat uneasy, and Flora mirrored her discomfort.

Charlie, however, wore a friendly smile as he began, “I heard that Mark isn't feeling well, so we decided to pay him a visit. I expected to find him in a sorry state, but instead, I see him with a beautiful lady and two adorable kids by his side. What more could a man ask for?” Cecilia was taken aback by Charlie's words, unsure of how to react.

She wished Peter was there; he was better equipped to handle the situation.

Despite the tension, she reminded herself that she was no longer young and needed to maintain her composure.

With a polite smile, Cecilia said, “Please, come in. He's a little better now.” Charlie carried several bags, leading a small group of people into the room.

His knack for lightening the mood ensured that there was no awkward silence in the room.

Flora, however, seemed the most uncomfortable among them. She hadn't originally wanted to come that day, but Charlie had convinced her, saying, “This is a good opportunity for you. Once you get through this, you can be regular friends. Think about your career! Your future still depends on Mark's niece, Rena. Rena might have a close relationship with you, but I've heard she treats Cecilia like her own sister. Can Rena bear to see her upset?” So Flora reluctantly agreed to join them.

She would have never agreed otherwise.

Cecilia decided to put Flora at ease, stopping her abruptly and saying, “The men are occupied with their conversation. Let's find a place to sit.” Flora was seemingly skilled in social interactions.

Chapter 1983 She suspected that Cecilia might not like her and wanted to separate her from Mark.

But Cecilia remained composed and fair.

Once they reached the coffee shop downstairs, Cecilia and Flora each ordered an iced coffee. Cecilia, her fingers delicately wrapped around the cup, broke the silence first after a while, speaking in a hushed tone.

“Flora, I need to apologize for what happened last time.” Flora was taken aback by Cecilia's words.

She took a sip of her coffee and replied, “Please don't blame yourself. I lost my sense of propriety.” After pondering for a moment, Cecilia continued, “Even if I didn’t trust Mark completely, I should have trusted you. You're a close friend of my sister-in-law, Rena, and she wouldn't have connected with you if she had doubts about your character. So, I must admit that I overreacted last time. I apologize for not handling it more gracefully when I argued with Mark.” Flora remained poised.

She smoothed her hair and replied with grace, “Please don't say that.

You're also like a little sister to me.” Cecilia offered a warm smile.

They decided to change the topic.

Flora observed Cecilia and noticed how much more mature and composed she had become.

Cecilia lowered her head and smiled.

“I still remember the night you accompanied me to the airport. Flora, you're a genuinely kind person.” Flora didn’t hold back in her response.

her head and let out

how popular Mark was.” Many women sought

good looks and gentleness, not to

been sensible.” Flora's smile grew

fate has its way. He hadn't settled down before because he hadn't met the right person. Then, he found you” After expressing her true

She

shortcomings.” Cecilia was

gently patted Cecilia's hand and reassured her, “But

was

his arms. The jolly kid now wore a few delicate gold necklaces around her neck-all

Olivia looked absolutely adorable.

was quite taken with Olivia and couldn't help but

to convince my wife to have a girl of our

absolutely adorable.” Flora couldn't contain her Laughter as

are you referring to?”

“Flora, you're being unreasonable.

with you.” A brief silence hung in the air. He then added, “By the way, I'm

focused on Cecilia the

His gaze was intense.

her face, he was eager to discern something, perhaps an indication of whether she was

left, the spacious VIP ward turned

Since she had lots of sleep prior, she sat and played with them

hand,

against the head of the bed as he

glimpse of Cecilia cleaning up the ward. Just now, lots of people were coming and going.

at housework than you used to

learn how to do these. After all, I have two children at home. I can't always rely on the nanny for everything” As Mark studied her face, he could feel her calm and

while, he couldn't help but ask, “What did you say to Flora?" ANGELA'sLIBRARY Cecilia pursed

to

two children in the ward-especially Edwin who already knew a lot — he decided to hold

a smile, “Mr. Evans, it seems that you're recovering quickly!” As he said this, Olivia crawled

that this doctor also liked

had always wanted to have a baby girl with his wife, but he

the doctor looked

picked her up from the bed

doctor's neck and played with it. She put the other end of

doctor really wanted to take her

with eyes would want such a beautiful and cute girl for their own! “This girl wants to be

In response, Mark smiled.

in his mind, he didn't want Olivia to be a doctor. He knew how hard a doctor's job could be. Instead of

wished the same for Alexis and Elva

people, Mark felt

came and brought him

was a nutritious meal composed

wanted to stay and take care of Mark, she left after

room of the ward, Cecilia was busy setting the table and the

ready, Mark sat down to

as he saw the food,

food! I feel like even if I stay in the hospital for a month, I won't get bored. But it’s a lot of trouble for my mom to make

Mark pursed his lips

Edwin stared at the food,

a

meal, Mark was sweating all

up, Mark went

as he came out, the first person

weak to take a shower. What if you catch a cold again?” she admonished him

I was so sweaty. If I told you I wanted to take a shower, you might not like the idea,” he said. Once in a blue moon, Mark would act shamelessly. This was one

aware.” As she said that,

suddenly,

he did, he locked

doing?” Cecilia's voice was being squished, the weight pressing on

arms around

chin on her shoulder and looked at her

kids are outside,”

was like any other woman, it was only natural for her to feel something when touched by a

her neck with

it was the most natural thing in the

tried to move away, but Mark had such a tight grasp that locked her in place. Besides, he really knew how to turn her

her dress as his slender fingers made

Let go of me..." She patted the back of his hand as she tried to move

He kept gnawing at her neck as he said in a hoarse, sexy voice, “Just enjoy it” A few minutes later, Cecilia collapsed in his arms, her hands holding onto the basin for

this point, her eyes was already glassy,

waited for her to come back to

the chest and cried, “Let go of me.” Mark held her waist with one hand, while turning on the faucet

flowed, he squeezed some hand sanitizer and washed his hand.

he was doing

his grasp,

off the faucet, he lowered

breath on her nose. Suddenly, she felt shy. She looked away as

her waist again, Mark asked softly, “What did you say to

he rethought his approach and asked, “Are you still mad at