Chapter 2101 Mark wore a subtle smile.

What was going through her mind? Yet, he found her petulance endearing, and he enjoyed their conversations all the more for it.

His voice melded softly with the rhythmic sounds of vegetables being sliced on a cutting board.

“You don't have to do everything for I'll take care of you.

Rena knows what she wants and she’s working hard for it. You need to live your life the way you want. You don't have to compare yourself with anyone else. You're just you. Even if you don't know how to «cook, what does it matter?” A mix of embarrassment and irritation surged through Cecilia as she sharply pinched his belly.

Mark merely smiled.

“You're such a big baby.” After putting the kids to bed later that evening, they made passionate love.

With that, the issue was settled.

For now, Cecilia had shelved any thoughts of learning to cook.

The following afternoon.

Mark sat in his office. He signed off on a document and passed it to his secretary.

“Any commitments for today?” After pondering for a moment, the secretary answered, “You have a dinner event tonight, though it's not essential.” “Please cancel it for me then.” Mark capped his pen, grabbed his coat, and stood up, ready to step out for something special.

The item had been air-freighted from Ypsila.

He'd received a phone call earlier that morning.

Closing the office blinds, Mark turned to his secretary, “I won't be returning to the office today.” His secretary noticed his uplifted mood and smiled.

“Mr. Evans, are you planning to meet with Miss Fowler?”

Chapter 2102 A faint smile crossed Mark's Lips.

He offered no denial.

Descending the stairs, Mark found his driver already waiting. He stepped into the car.

The limousine proceeded to tail the security vehicle, one in front of the other.

The driver peered into the rearview mirror.

“Mr. Evans, where should I take you?" Mark told the driver the address.

With a deft maneuver, the driver redirected the vehicle.

Twenty minutes later, they arrived in front of an elite salon. The establishment's manager was already standing by, poised to welcome them.

The manager graciously held the door open for Mark.

“Mr. Evans, the VAR piece you've commissioned is ready. Would you like to have your wife try it on, or...” Mark followed her inside, his tone casual.

“I'll take it with me now.” ANGELA'sLIBRARY The manager nodded approvingly.

“Certainly. If any adjustments are needed, you can bring it back for alterations.” She personally went to retrieve the dress.

The brand behind this dress was one of prestige, serving only the European royal families. That Mark was able to acquire such a piece was truly noteworthy.

Handing Mark an elegantly designed large box, the manager smiled.

Upon opening the box, Mark laid eyes on an intricately crafted white dress adorned with embroidered feathers.

He'd spent an entire week choosing before he found the perfect gown.

Back in the car, Mark couldn't resist pulling a small box from his pocket.

It was a 12-carat pink diamond that he had just acquired recently, encircled by smaller floral diamonds.

Soft yet stunning, it was the perfect for Cecilia.

Mark wore a gentle smile, which was abruptly interrupted as the black limo came to a sudden halt, causing him to Lurch forward and strike the seat in front of him. A wave of dizziness washed over him.

Chapter 2103 Mark's expression tightened.

The driver was quick to interject, “Mr. Evans, I can assure you this was unforeseeable. A woman has just run out in front of the car.

I'll step out to investigate.” Something didn't feel right to Mark.

Exiting the vehicle, he followed the driver, only to pause in bewilderment.

It was Elaine who had thrown herself in the car’s path.

The contrast was stark. Gone was the lustrous, well-kempt woman he once knew. Her appearance was haggard, her once-shiny hair now dry and lifeless. But what shocked him the most were her legs.

She was now limping and unable to walk properly.

Mark observed her in silence.

Slowly picking herself up off the ground, Elaine locked eyes with him.

She stared at the man she had once revered.

Her lips quivered as she finally broke the silence, her voice filled with a question she could no longer contain...

The driver impulsively kicked Elaine and spat out, “Are you out of your mind? Sleep-walking in broad daylight, are you? You ask Mr. Evans ‘why’? You have no right to even ask such things. Do you understand?” Mark shot the driver a glance, and the latter immediately felt a twinge of embarrassment.

in the car,”

intimidated by Mark, but

been genuinely good to you.” “What are you even

his head,

Elaine. Upon seeing Mark, they whispered frantically, “Mr. Evans, our apologies. We lost

a minute,” said

faltering steps forward, she said eagerly, “Mr. Evans,

Mark responded,

herself at a loss for

Mark spoke

Shaw, we've never had any meaningful connection. I never professed any feelings for you. Yes, I had my wild years, but if anyone has the right to take this

letting

damaged leg, he offered

your legs. Yet you still dare approach me?” It was a

she should never had provoked

Mark's smile thinned.

cut her finger last night trying to cook, all because of your senseless words. You should know that I take her well-being very

looked down, his

Ensure she never returns.” Pulling

was enough, essentially, to seal

him they would handle the matter

and grasped the door handle, Elaine

that Mark had reached the limits of his tolerance for her, she made a

appear before you or say anything to Miss Fowler ever

Then, she was flabbergasted.

gaze fell upon the opulent small box scattered

was a stunning pink diamond ring and a couture dress

bought all these luxuries for Cecilia? Elaine's lips quivered. She choked out a grotesque smile, saying, “You bought them for her.

the harsh reality finally penetrated

mercilessness, Cecilia had received

a few shaky steps back, Elaine was filled

she now missed Chandler, a man from a modest background, who had been genuinely good to her. He had always

she had actually believed

to ask, “Mr. Evans, is it that you despise me, or are you simply devoted to her alone?”

to be with." Even if Cecilia was not good enough; even if she

beautifully straightforward, free from

Elaine was stunned.

accepted the money and executed Mark's instructions

from the country, she would spend

incident had a mild impact on Mark's mood, but he remained determined to orchestrate a surprise

summoned Cecilia to her place, and Edwin and Olivia were left at home with the

then arrived, giving the servants

of the

a decent salary. We shouldn't

is an exception.” Surveying the arrangements Mark had made,

They smiled and offered their blessings

Mark securely

Mark turned around, Edwin

to propose to Mom?” Mark playfully

“I could help you, you know.” Olivia also scampered

too” Mark bent down to kiss

and a pump, he instructed, “Blow these up then.” Edwin promptly got to work, inflating the balloons on the

the dress on the bed. Shortly thereafter, a florist arrived to adorn the apartment with

display of

complete with

he concealed the diamond ring inside

to

how surprised she'd be! But he kept this a secret from the children, misleading Edwin into thinking it was merely Cecilia's birthday. Teasingly, Mark asked, “What present will you give your mother?” Edwin pondered briefly

as Mark was about to say something, the

Cecilia entered.

in a romantic

a penchant for such romantic

her birthday. Slightly irked, she said, “We should've invited my

It looked delectable.

Yet, this naivete

always been his

waist, and said gently, “Go to the bedroom to have a look.” ‘When Mark spoke, his breath

heavy with

her, guiding her into

black long-stemmed roses

away, bore dew on its petals, their

box sat on

the flowers and then the box, her voice

Mark embraced her

“Every time you wear my black shirt after we're together,

adored them. It was something any

she allowed

the dress all you got for me?” Mark's laughter

Cecilia turned, draping her arm over

“Help me change”

kids peeking through the door. It wasn't the best moment, but he

the bedroom

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