Chapter 2001 With those words, Cecilia departed.

Simon couldn't help but touch his face and then his oily hair, feeling rather self-conscious.

Cecilia returned to the ward.

She found Mark engrossed in a morning newspaper. Recognizing her footsteps, he inquired casually, “How did the conversation go?” Cecilia closed the door behind her.

She leaned against it and recounted the recent events to Mark.

Mark found himself rather taken aback.

Knowing Cecilia's disposition, he understood that she wasn't inclined to engage in cutthroat competition, let alone having chosen an art student with a junior college background as her supporting cast.

Cecilia gazed at his surprised expression and offered a reassuring smile.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY “Why the surprised look? I belong to the Fowler family and I'm your girlfriend. If I were to lose to the lover of some casual rich man, it would invite ridicule not only upon the Fowler family but also upon you. Such matters are commonplace in the world of appearances.” That girl might intent on exploiting the prominence of both the families of Fowler and Evans.

Cecilia had no intention of affording her that opportunity.

Should the girl fail to conduct herself appropriately, Cecilia had no qualms about putting an end to her ambitions.

Mark observed Cecilia silently, as though reevaluating her. She exhibited a poised and seasoned demeanor.

She had been in the showbiz for a considerable amount of time.

How could she remain simple and naive? Cecilia hadn't made a fuss about it before simply because Mark had been gravely ill.

After a significant pause, Mark offered a gentle smile and said, “That's good to know.” Cecilia didn't delve too deeply into Mark's thoughts.

During Mark's recovery, in addition to looking after him, Cecilia tended to her own matters.

Both of them seemed content with the arrangement.

Two days later, Mark's condition had significantly improved. He approached the doctor, inquiring about the possibility of being discharged.

“I believe I could be discharged today.

Chapter 2002 This place feels stifling” The doctor smiled.

“You've made remarkable progress since your admission, Mr. Evans. Trust me” Mark sweetly added, “My Cecilia shares the same sentiment.” The doctor was delighted.

“You two share a wonderful bond. It's quite sweet for Miss Fowler to set aside her career and prioritize taking care of you." As they talked, a series of knocks echoed at the door.

Mark glanced over and spotted two unfamiliar individuals.

The man had a chiseled face and prominent ears, while the woman beside him appeared rather young.

Mark had a hunch about their identities.

Mark gazed toward the door, a guess about the identities of the visitors forming in his mind.

“Think you're in the wrong room,” he commented dryly.

Chandler, with his distinctive square face and prominent ears, stood out like a thumbtack on a blank canvas next to the younger girl accompanying him. In his hand was a photograph. Comparing its image to Mark, he ran fingers through his thinning hair.

“This is odd; it looks just like you." Chandler's hesitation was apparent. The girl, Elaine Shaw, quicker on the uptake, sprang into action.

Elaine, an art student, had the world at her feet.

Bright-eyed, energetic, and talented, she was the epitome of youthful promise.

Yet, she knew the entertainment world wasn't kind; without a helping hand, she could spend decades in obscurity.

Aligning herself with Chandler was a gamble.

Elaine's eyes sparkled upon seeing Mark.

He had an air about him that turned every woman's head.

With grace, she poured a glass of water, placing it into Mark's hand.

“I've heard so much about you from Mr. Lewis. I'm a big fan,” she cooed, sliding her fingers along the back of his hand, hoping Chandler wouldn't notice.

Chapter 2003 Mark just offered a knowing smirk. Back in the day, he'd navigated these waters countless times.

Instead of indulging her, he set the glass aside.

“What brings you here?” Chandler, always alert, shot a warning glance at Elaine before addressing Mark, his voice quivering.

“I regret how I've treated you before, Mr. Evans. I've been set straight by Peter. I need your help to restart the mine in the northwest. My family’s struggling; my kids’ school fees are sky-high.” Mark shot Elaine a playful look.

“Kids in junior high school grow up that fast these days?” The air grew thick with tension.

Mark seemed relaxed and at ease.

Chandler, on the other hand, took a moment before regaining his composure.

youthful beauty and her

idea of presenting Elaine to Mark weighed heavily on Chandler; sometimes,

heard of Mark's reputation, and if Chandler hoped to sway

a deep breath, Chandler approached

nice, but it feels a tad

be better with someone like Elaine around? She's top-notch at taking care of people.” Elaine held back a reaction,

direct approach was just what

hers

Trying to win me over or catch me in a trap? Keeping her here isn't in line with my principles, especially since

invested in Elaine should have guaranteed Mark's compliance,

shock was evident, his jaw dropping

But before he could recover, the door opened, revealing Cecilia with Olivia

eyes darted between Chandler

rising actress and

showbiz, Cecilia, as the Fowler family daughter, knew she

towards Mark held

straightened up as

arms and ruffled

treats. Want a bite?” With her baby

carefully wiped away her mess, and then he soaked a

drawn to

the other hand, bit into his cookie with force, his gaze fixed on Elaine. She felt a chill down

son and addressed Chandler, “Like I said, I have a family. It's time for you to Leave.” The family unit

he was out of place here. He thought of seeking help from

disoriented, was

reached the hallway and the door behind them clicked

Chandler asked, “Lost interest in me after seeing him?” Elaine chose not to

I overlooked her significance earlier and now she’s upset because of you. Let me be clear; don't get on her bad side. If

“So why introduce me to Mr.

shown up, he might have been. He did smile at

Chandler only responded with a dismissive

can't simply deduce his intentions. Just a heads up; don't cross me. Inform Simon that you're on board for that supporting role. Not only do you need to play your part, but you also

a sharp slap to Elaine's face before

welled up

shoulder at the closed door, resentment building up

the room, the children had

assignments, while Olivia reveled in the affection from her

She loved curling up

him in conversation was one of her

teeth still emerging, her speech was a

adorable dimples

wavy brown locks had hints of auburn, adding to her youthful

Olivia, glanced over

was engrossed in

probed into the earlier incident, yet Mark felt

Without shifting her focus from the script, Cecilia let the silence

didn’t want to delve into complicated discussions,

Mark grinned.

grabbed Mark's face and planted several

quite the beauty as she matures.” Cecilia, still concentrating on her reading, retorted, “However striking she may become, she won't

and her glossy black hair casually tied back. From his vantage point, he noted

Her skin was impeccable.

by her elegance. After a brief pause, he said, “Olivia and that woman are worlds apart. It's unfair to even make a

tweaked her

attention for many; her

into the esteemed Evans lineage, Olivia was a princess in the eyes of

this with a nod, but Mark, ever persistent, teased, “Feeling a twinge of jealousy, are we?” “Why should I

your liking, keep her close. Perhaps she'll brighten your days.” Mark chuckled at her

shut her

dinner.” “We have a meal prepared here,” Mark

hand

I promised I'd taste his latest creations tonight” Mark raised an

just an ordinary

his office? As Cecilia gathered Edwin's belongings, she said, “Waylen's taken a week off. He coordinated with Jazlyn so he could spend more time

she ushered the children

Mark collapsed onto his bed, deep

think that perhaps Waylen posed the most significant

his breath, labeling Waylen with a few choice

disagreement over stock in a

viewpoint, Waylen's decision to take time off for

vexed,

despite everything, Waylen had

Mark's view, Waylen had

he hastily dialed

contract with Exceed Group,”

“Waylen might have reservations.

sweeten the deal for

his phone aside, musing about Waylen’s cunning

the lavish residence of

car door, the haunting melody of

was the one

from the car, greeted by Leonel near the entrance. Both boys shared a mutual love for

Olivia in tow, walked towards the grand hall.

had Rena

caught Alexis’ attention, the lure to play was unmistakable; Olivia

his laptop, exuding an aura of acute

Marcus was engrossed in block-building

and with Olivia's approach,

just adjusted Olivia's position and started

meanwhile, was busy weaving braids into Olivia's

household, Cecilia felt a mix of

Rena seemed

enticing for Rena, not wanting to

settled in, Waylen threw her

cooking

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