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

popular Mark was.” Many women sought to marry him, all of

in his youth, possessed both good looks and gentleness,

sensible.” Flora's smile grew as

beginning, but fate has its way. He hadn't

1984 She smiled once

to admit one’s own shortcomings.” Cecilia was deeply

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

atmosphere was light

a few delicate gold necklaces around her neck-all of them gifts from Mark's

Olivia looked absolutely adorable.

taken with Olivia and couldn't

have to convince my wife to have a

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

you

“Flora, you're being unreasonable.

off all ties with you.” A brief silence hung in the air.

were focused

His gaze was intense.

to discern something, perhaps an indication of whether she was

and the others left, the spacious VIP

she had lots

hand, was reading a

against the head of the bed

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

housework than you used to be,” he

After all, I have two children at home. I

couldn't help but ask, “What did you say to Flora?"

to tell you,”

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

After the check-up, he said with a smile, “Mr. Evans, it seems that you're recovering quickly!” As he said this, Olivia crawled

seemed that this doctor also liked children very

have a baby girl with his wife,

the doctor looked at Olivia

picked her up from the bed and

it. She put the other end of the stethoscope against the doctor's heart

moment, the doctor really

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

In response, Mark smiled.

didn't want Olivia to be a doctor. He knew how hard a doctor's job could be. Instead of going through all that, he wanted his daughter to live a

the same for Alexis and Elva as

to people, Mark felt

came and brought him

1986 It was a nutritious

Zoey wanted to stay and take care of Mark, she left after spending some time with the family

the ward, Cecilia was busy setting the

was ready, Mark sat down to

saw the

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 us food every day.” “Zoey is

pursed his lips and didn't say

at the

up a meatball for

the meal, Mark

up, Mark went

as he came out, the first

you catch a cold again?” she admonished him with a frown.

I wanted to take a shower, you might not like the idea,” he said. Once in a blue moon, Mark would

good that you're aware.” As she said that,

leave when suddenly, Mark grabbed her by

as he did, he locked

pressing on her from behind making it hard for

arms around her

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

began peppering her

her like it was the most natural

Mark had such a tight grasp that locked her in place. Besides, he really knew

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

back of his hand as she tried to move away

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

point, her eyes was already glassy, drowning in pleasurable

patiently waited for her to come back to her

pushed him in the chest and cried, “Let go

his hand. He made sure to take his

was doing this on

grasp, but all her attempts were

faucet, he lowered his head and looked at

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

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

didn't insist anymore. Instead, he rethought his approach and asked, “Are you still mad at me?” Cecilia

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