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

just how popular Mark was.” Many women sought to marry

his youth, possessed both good looks and gentleness,

he’s always been sensible.” Flora's smile grew as she continued,

from their single selves. Cecilia, you've changed him. I bet he didn’t take you too seriously in the beginning, but fate has its way. He hadn't settled down before because

1984 She smiled once

to admit one’s own shortcomings.” Cecilia was

you.” Flora gently patted Cecilia's hand and reassured her, “But he Loves you.”

was light and

wore a few delicate gold necklaces around her neck-all of

Olivia looked absolutely adorable.

and

to have a girl of

Flora

of yours are you referring to?”

“Flora, you're being unreasonable.

say such things in front of my wife, I'l cut off all ties with you.” A brief silence hung in

were focused on Cecilia

His gaze was intense.

discern something,

and the others left, the spacious

lot of fun things. Since she had lots of

hand, was reading

pushed himself up and leaned against the head of the bed as

Just now, lots of people were coming and going.

housework than

had no choice but to learn how to do these. After all, I

“What did you

don’t want to

there were two children in the ward-especially Edwin who already knew a lot — he decided to hold his tongue and restrain

was happening, the doctor arrived. After the check-up, he said with a smile, “Mr. Evans, it seems that you're recovering quickly!” As he said

this doctor also liked children very

had two sons of his own. He had always wanted to have a baby girl with his wife, but he couldn't get his

the doctor looked

picked her up from the bed and looked at her

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

that moment, the doctor really wanted to

a beautiful and cute girl for their own! “This girl wants to be

In response, Mark smiled.

knew how hard a doctor's job could be. Instead of going through all that, he wanted

for

to people,

and brought him dinner

nutritious meal composed of

stay and take care of Mark, she left after spending some time with

room of the ward, Cecilia

was ready, Mark sat down

soon as he saw the food, his face instantly lit

get bored. But it’s a lot of trouble for my mom to make us food every day.” “Zoey is already so old. You

Library Mark pursed his lips and didn't say anything

Edwin stared at the food, almost

picked up a meatball for

meal, Mark was sweating all

up, Mark went

he came out, the first person he saw was

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

wanted to take a shower, you might not like the idea,” he

that you're aware.” As she said that, Cecilia turned off the

to leave when suddenly, Mark grabbed her by

he did, he locked the

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

wrapped his arms around

shoulder and looked

are outside,”

that, Mark persisted, his hands encircled Cecilia's waist, eliciting a reaction from her. Since Cecilia was like any other woman, it was only natural for her to feel something when touched

peppering her neck with

was the

tried to move away, but Mark had such a tight grasp that locked her in place. Besides,

Library Slowly, Mark lifted her dress as his slender fingers made their way to her

of me..." She patted the back of his hand

sexy voice, “Just enjoy it”

point, her eyes was already glassy, drowning in pleasurable

waited for her to come back to

her daze. Embarrassed and annoyed, she pushed him in the chest and cried, “Let go of me.” Mark held her

sanitizer and washed his hand. He made sure to take his time, staring at Cecilia until

knew that he was doing

tried wrestling out of his grasp,

turned off the faucet, he lowered his head and looked at

feel his warm breath on her nose. Suddenly, she felt shy. She looked

Mark asked softly, “What did you say

approach and asked, “Are you still mad at

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