Chapter 2081 Acknowledging him, Cecilia nodded.

A shadow crossed Peter's face.

“We overlooked Elaine's previous actions, yet she betrayed our trust. There's only one route forward-ensuring she can't cause more issues.” Cecilia regarded Peter, She began to grasp the challenges Mark faced regularly.

Yet, just as quickly as it had appeared, Peter’s stern expression melted away.

He casually mentioned, “There's an informant within the Evans’ estate in Duefron. Mr. Evans intends to keep his mother in the dark, fearing it might devastate her to learn someone she's trusted for decades has betrayed her.” Understanding the gravity, Cecilia nodded.

After their brief talk, Peter departed swiftly to address urgent matters.

Outside Mark's room, four bodyguards kept a vigilant watch, ensuring only select visitors entered.

Later that afternoon, Mark stirred awake.

Feeling the warmth of Olivia cuddling close, he met her big, expectant eyes.

“Lunch,” she stated simply.

Checking the time, Mark realized it was already past two.

Concerned, he sat up, noting Edwin's presence.

“Olivia's been awake for a while,” Edwin remarked.

The kids hadn't had lunch yet? He gently chided Edwin, who sat nearby, “Why didn’t you feed her?” Feeling better, Mark carried Olivia to the restroom. Once done changing her diaper, he planted a kiss on her forehead.

Cecilia began setting out the meal.

Hungry, Mark was midway through when he paused, asking, “Is it okay for you to stay? What about the filming?” Tossing her hair nonchalantly, Cecilia replied, “We're recasting a supporting role. Filming’s on hold for now.” Mark didn’t press further.

Both were acutely aware of the looming issue with Elaine.

After taking a few bites, Cecilia whispered, “Once I finish this drama, I'm done with acting.” Mark met her gaze, sensing the gravity behind her words.

Chapter 2082 Even with their children present, she confessed, “I want to be with you, always. No more separations.” Without words, Mark reached under the table, softly gripping her hand.

“Eat up,” he coaxed gently.

“You seem to have lost weight” Their meal continued in silence, the atmosphere punctuated only by their children's quiet eating. Eventually, Mark offered, “I'l be the provider of our family. You my dear, pursue whatever makes you happy.” Cecilia nodded in acknowledgment.

To Edwin, it seemed his father held an air of authority.

The boy perceived that Mark treated Cecilia with tender protectiveness, akin to a guardian watching over a cherished treasure.

Three days passed with Mark in the hospital.

During this period, under Peter's orchestration, Cecilia confronted Elaine in a grim detention facility.

The room's stark environment was illuminated only by a thin ray of sunlight, contrasting starkly with Cecilia's elegant, rose-hued dress.

Her graceful beauty and glowing complexion testified to her privileged upbringing.

Elaine glared at Cecilia as she entered the visiting room, her eyes seething with envy.

As she sat, the clinking of her handcuffs punctuated the tension.

Without flinching, Cecilia met her gaze.

Elaine's voice dripped with mockery.

“Had my plan succeeded, our roles would be reversed. I would be Mrs. Evans, and youd be the forgotten one.” Cecilia's response was serene.

“Life doesn't deal in hypotheticals, Miss Shaw. Even if your scheme had worked, even if you were with child, Mark would never have chosen you.” Anger flashed across Elaine's features.

Cecilia's calm demeanor persisted.

“You seduced a man without understanding him. And for that, you have my pity.” Elaine shot back, “Your arrogance means nothing. I might be incarcerated and removed from the film, but 'm young. I still have opportunities” Cecilia's voice grew soft yet resolute.

Chapter 2083 “Your chances are gone. I've seen the power Mark commands. And trust me, if you had witnessed it, you wouldn't have dared even approach him.” Elaine, increasingly agitated, accused, “You only want to see me broken. What makes you think you're so worthy of him? Other than bearing his children, what have you given him?” With rising intensity, Elaine exclaimed, “I'd offer him everything.” Cecilia listened, her silence speaking volumes.

Overwhelmed with emotion, Elaine slammed her hands on the table, causing a raucous.

Guards rushed in, restraining her.

Struggling to maintain her composure, Elaine retorted, “You don't truly care for him. Even now, he doesn't have a proper home. He relies on meals prepared by others. Have you ever personally cooked for him? I would. I could genuinely care for him." Cecilia absorbed Elaine's accusations, and then countered, “You think the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach? And with spiked food? Mark had health concerns, which is why he relied on specialized meals. But do you genuinely believe a man would choose a partner simply based on culinary talents alone? Such a simplistic view.” She continued, “I don't need to prove myself to you by showcasing cooking skills. If Mark desires a home-cooked meal, Id gladly prepare it.

But your judgment of my worth based on that is laughable.” ANGELA'sLIBRARY Pausing, Cecilia reflected on the root of Elaine's malevolence.

Elaine and Mavis shared a similar delusion, believing they were the saviors to the men they loved. But in reality, their motives were steeped in self-interest, masking their true ambitions. Compassion for such individuals was undeserved.

As Cecilia gracefully exited, Elaine's spiteful outbursts followed.

Yet, they were swiftly interrupted by a sharp slap.

Emerging outdoors, a gleaming black limousine awaited.

Peter, leaning against it while taking a drag from his cigarette, looked up as Cecilia approached.

“Did your talk with her conclude?” he queried.

Acknowledging with a nod, Cecilia retrieved a document pertaining to Elaine. Scanning its contents briefly, she remarked softly, “Her childhood traumas have led to her present-day dysfunctions. Peter, handle this as you deem appropriate. I don't want her disrupt our life anymore in the future.” Comprehending her wishes, Peter made a quick call.

Elaine was

her placid facade concealed the depth of

than that of Rena's.

gestured for Cecilia to

hospital was silent,

met with an unexpected visitor Waylen. Entering Mark's

latter, sensing her presence, turned, catching

found her voice when Waylen teased

gently, “What brings you here?” Cecilia shared a bond of deep affection with Waylen, often seeking his

Mark couldn't suppress a

spend more time with his

replied, “I was on business nearby and thought I'd stop by.” Glancing at Olivia and Edwin, he added, “I'll take the kids with me for a while.” Though Cecilia was hesitant to part

the hospital was no place

paused to tuck a stray strand of Cecilia's hair behind her

concerned about you. She sent me to check

he seems well. He has a fierce independence about him. Rena just tends to worry unnecessarily.” Embracing him in gratitude,

even when everything seems bleak, you still have your brother by your side.” As he climbed into his car and drove away, Cecilia watched him go, a cascade of thoughts flooding her

brother and

found Mark engrossed in a magazine while Peter was immersed in phone calls,

noticing Cecilia, Peter

Mark beckoned her over.

him, she heard his query,

Olivia and Edwin here? Some uncle you are, not uttering a word in protest in his presence!” Gazing at her intently

Cecilia still couldn't bear to

as

glass of

responded, his voice sounding

and pulled her

“Mark!” she gasped.

his hand at the back of her head and kissed her passionately.

quiet as a crypt, the sound

sounded like kittens

behavior was audacious. His palms kept roaming Cecilia’s body, and no matter how many times she tried to remove them,

he let her lean on his shoulder so that

Cecilia rested her face on the side of

She could smell his unique, manly breath, which

took should've been long worn off already,”

lowered his head and stared

brushed her nose with his thumb and said, “I'm not that old yet. I don't need that thing to help me get it up, you know.” Cecilia wanted to change the topic so badly. She leaned on his shoulder and gently bit him, which only turned on Mark even

like two years, you may have to rely on something Like Viagra to maintain your

pinched her nose in turn and replied, “Then

“Ouch! That hurts!” Cecilia

to his arms. He Loved this woman and always

girl. She leaned against him, enjoying it and feeling embarrassed at

Elaine, his expression turned sullen. He kept quiet and refused to

aware of the

No matter how cruel her punishment was, Elaine was the one who

with Mark in the hospital for another

of going back to Duefron directly, but he had other plans-He took her

at the airport of

has been there for the past few days. We can then pick up Edwin from school together and then go to your place. I haven't seen your mother for a long time and I miss her”

he stole a glimpse of her from the corner

looked rejuvenated. Her skin

trip seemed to have taken off years from her

beat. It was a feeling of restlessness that

at the

had already prepared Olivia's Luggage in advance. As a kid who was only two and a half years old, Olivia liked dragging her little pink

saw Mark and Cecilia

was dressed in a black shirt and black casual pants, with a thin coat draped over

was also

tonics. Delighted, Cecilia nodded and said, “It's good

“That's for Zoey."

She lovingly held her arm and said, “Don’t worry. He won't

dragging their daughter's

the black Maybach

walked out of

lot was empty, he let out a

Juliette’s heart melted as she placed a comforting

happening today?” Juliette sank her head and thought for a while before answering, “No, I don't think so.

say, “It’s a nice day today, though. And I think it’s perfect for a family reunion. Call Waylen and ask him to bring his wife and children back for dinner. If he's busy, then he

Rena and the children must!” Angela's Library After saying that,

walked back inside the house, he muttered to himself, “I haven't seen my dear grandkids for a few days already. Leonel, Alexis, Marcus, and even Elva. I don’t even remember what they look Like anymore! Kids

Cecilia sat in the back seat with

child car seat, but she clung on to Cecilia and never let go, perhaps because she hadn't seen her mother

in the child seat. It's for

the child seat. At first, Olivia cried as her face soured, her

your mother will hold you,” Mark said in

as soon as he said that, Olivia

had been taking care of Olivia before

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