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.

and let

how popular Mark was.” Many women sought to marry

looks and gentleness, not to mention his

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

bet he didn’t take you too seriously in the beginning, but fate has its way. He hadn't settled down before because he

She smiled

shortcomings.” Cecilia was deeply touched

reassured her, “But he Loves you.” Cecilia and Flora returned to the hospital ward after their little

atmosphere was

few delicate

Olivia looked absolutely adorable.

quite taken with Olivia and couldn't help but express his

to convince my wife to have a girl

look at Olivia! She's absolutely adorable.” Flora couldn't contain her Laughter as she teased

you

“Flora, you're being unreasonable.

my wife, I'l cut off all ties with you.” A brief silence hung in the air. He

eyes were focused on Cecilia the whole

His gaze was intense.

he searched her face, he was eager to discern something, perhaps an

left, the spacious VIP ward turned

Since she had lots of sleep prior,

other hand, was reading

1985 Mark pushed himself up and leaned against the

he would catch a glimpse of Cecilia cleaning up the ward. Just now, lots of people were coming and going. She was

housework than you used to be,”

thing, Cecilia slightly fixed her ruffled hair and said, “I had no choice but to learn how to do these. After all, I have

he couldn't help but ask, “What did you say

want to

to say something witty in response, but since there were two children in the ward-especially Edwin who already knew a lot

with a smile, “Mr. Evans, it seems

this doctor also liked children

his own. He had always wanted to have a baby girl with

the doctor looked

the bed and looked

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

doctor really wanted to take

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

In response, Mark smiled.

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

wished the same for Alexis

people, Mark felt

the evening, Zoey came and brought him dinner

1986 It was a nutritious

of Mark, she

ward, Cecilia was

was ready, Mark sat down

soon as he saw the food,

it’s a lot of

pursed his lips

at the food,

a meatball for

the meal, Mark

Mark went

out, the

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

shower, you might not like the idea,” he said. Once in a blue moon, Mark

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

to leave when suddenly, Mark grabbed her by the

closer, and as he did, he locked the

weight pressing on her from

his arms around

his chin on her shoulder and looked at her in the

kids are outside,” Cecilia

persisted, his hands encircled Cecilia's waist, eliciting a reaction from her. Since Cecilia was like any other woman, it was only natural

began peppering her

was the most natural thing

had such a tight grasp that locked her in

slender fingers

me..." She patted the back of his hand as she tried to move away from him

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

eyes was already glassy,

for her to come back to her

snapped out of her daze. Embarrassed and annoyed, she pushed him in the chest and

water flowed, he squeezed some hand sanitizer and washed his hand. He made sure to take his time,

that he was

grasp, but all her attempts

Mark turned off the faucet, he lowered his head and

were so close to each other that Cecilia could feel his warm breath on her nose. Suddenly, she felt shy. She looked away as her face became more

Mark asked softly, “What did you say to Flora?” Cecilia

his approach and asked, “Are