A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2111 Olivia was clearly aware of the unpleasant odor accompanying her task.

The basin was soon half-filled with the unpleasant result of her actions.

Mark, Cecilia, and Edwin watched, their expressions intense with anticipation.

Once done, a bashful Olivia sought refuge in her father’s arms.

Mark, breaking his usual fastidious habits, donned gloves and, with a metal fork, began his unenviable task of searching through the contents of the basin.

His efforts were rewarded about ten minutes later when he unearthed the pink diamond ring, which he thoroughly washed under a faucet.

Angela's Library Despite the cleanliness, a lingering odor seemed to stick.

After cleaning up, Mark removed his gloves, yearning for a cigarette as a form of relief.

As the smoke curled upwards, his eyes moistened upon gazing at the diamond.

Cecilia, entering the room and immediately recoiling from the smell, saw the clean ring in Mark's hand.

“I found it,” he said softly.

Cecilia approached, delicately picking up the ring.

“It's beautiful,” she admired.

Mark said in a hoarse voice, “I'll buy you a better one.” Without saying anything and just cleansing the ring further with hand sanitizer, Cecilia then slipped it onto her ring finger.

Despite the day's chaos, she felt an overwhelming sense of happiness, a testament to Mark's love and dedication.

Mark, unable to bear the lingering smell, suggested, “Let's go home.

This is too much.” He extinguished his cigarette as Cecilia glanced down at her ruined couture dress, yet feeling an unexpected contentment.

“Mark, despite everything, today is really special and I am really happy,” she murmured.

Mark responded with a tender kiss, “I'm glad you're happy, but we should head home. The kids need a shower. You need one too.” Mark then made mental notes to also washed his car to help him completely forget about this embarrassing night.

Cecilia's laughter rang through the room as she playfully wrapped her arms around Mark's waist.

“I don't want a shower,” she protested, her eyes sparkling with mirth.

Chapter 2112 “This dress is too beautiful; I can’t bear to take it off." Mark responded with a tender, teasing smile, gently pinching her nose.

“Mrs. Evans, you'd look stunning in anything, or nothing at all,” he whispered with an affectionate chuckle.

By the time they all arrived back at the apartment, the clock had struck 11 p.m.

They found the dinner they'd left behind cold and uninviting.

Thinking on his feet, Mark contacted the servants at their villa, requesting a fresh, warm meal be prepared and delivered to their current abode. In the meantime, he saw to it that both children were bathed, their laughter and playful splashes echoing in the bathroom.

After ensuring the kids were clean and comfortable, he indulged in a long, relaxing bath himself.

Cecilia, meanwhile, slipped out of her elegant haute couture dress, folding it carefully. She decided to have it professionally cleaned and laundered, preserving its beauty and the memories of the day. In its place, she chose a long, flowing dress, its simplicity and comfort perfect for unwinding after the eventful day.

Cecilia was determined to preserve the dress.

Sitting at the dinner table, she was greeted by the aroma of steaming hot food.

Central to the spread was a bowl of noodles, painstakingly prepared by Zoey.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY Aware of Cecilia's aversion to scallions, Mark patiently removed them from her portion, exhibiting remarkable patience. As the clock chimed twelve, breaking the stillness of midnight, he leaned in, whispering, “Happy birthday, Cecilia” Cecilia savored the noodles in modest, thoughtful bites.

Mark watched over her with a soft, affectionate gaze, as he served the rest of the noodles to the eagerly awaiting children.

Olivia delighted in the flavorsome meal. Once finished, she was gently ushered to the children’s room by her brother, Edwin, who solemnly vowed to watch over her until she reached the age of eight.

“At eight years old, you'll need to start sleeping on your own,” he informed her with a mix of earnestness and maturity before escorting her away.

Mark, watching this tender sibling moment, couldn't help but smile wistfully.

“This guy. He's growing up too quickly,” he mused aloud.

Later, after attending to a brief task in his study, Mark returned to find Cecilia emerging from the children’s room. He inquired softly, “Are they asleep?” With a gentle nod, Cecilia closed the door behind her.

In the hall, only a single wall lamp remained lit, casting a dim, warm glow that suffused the space with a cozy, slightly dreamlike ambiance.

Mark approached, his steps measured and calm.

Cecilia lifted her gaze to meet his. With a gentle grasp, he tenderly held her hand and bestowed upon her a kiss filled with affection.

The kiss, tender and full of shared history, was both anticipated and a relief. Suddenly, she found herself gently pressed against the wall, lost in the moment. His hand tenderly caressed her waist, his whisper softly telling her how much he wanted her.

Chapter 2113 A blush tinged Cecilia's cheeks.

Her lips parted slightly, hesitantly murmuring, “Not here, please.” Mark, with a soft touch, brushed her lips with his own.

He gazed into her eyes, asking in a hushed tone, “Where would you prefer?” Overwhelmed by his directness, Cecilia wrapped her arms around his neck, playfully suggesting, “Let's move to the bedroom.” Lifting her in his arms, Mark continued to kiss her, walking towards their bedroom.

The tension and worries of the night had dissipated, giving way to a night filled with romance and connection.

The bedroom door swung open and then shut behind them.

Cecilia found herself gently laid upon the soft bed.

The night evolved into a tender, loving exploration of each other.

Mark reveled in the warmth and closeness, dedicating himself to cherishing and making her feel joyous and loved.

“Mark,” she whispered, her quivering voice laced with emotion, as the intensity of their connection peaked.

In the aftermath, she rested her head on his shoulder, tears of deep emotion glistening in her eyes.

responded with a gentle intensity, his fingers threading through her hair,

expressions of love and passion continued, each marking the other as theirs

stirred within the cocoon

to the night's intensity, yet her heart brimmed with

Mark awoke and affectionately pulled her closer, his kiss was

shared laughter was cut short by the ringing of Mark's

It was Korbyn.

the call, Mark listened to Korbyn's

you're doing right now; make your way here right this instance!”

Olivia was no secret.

sought to impart a lesson to

the call, Mark exchanged a knowing look with

We should head back.” Cecilia, looking slightly anxious, recalled how her father’s affections had always been

for Olivia

Mark

you.” Cecilia couldn't help but retort with a mix of humor and scorn, “Look at

deeply in love with his daughter.” The reality of their life together, marked by the birth of their two children,

showed in a flushed

impossible,” she chided, though her tone lacked

with a

all, Mark harbored a more significant intent. He was planning to propose the marriage to Cecilia's parents, a gesture that signified his deep commitment and love

and headed off to refresh

a quick dust-off before getting

was drawn to the stains on the sheet, causing a hint

he whisked the old sheet away and fetched a clean one

tucking in the new sheet, the bedroom door

girl, wordlessly wrapping

against him, silent, her

tug at his heart, Mark gently scooped her up in one arm and sat on the

day,

might not like a smelly baby, Olivia stayed nestled in his

snuggled closer into Mark's embrace, her head tilted back to gaze up at her mother with dark,

her hair,

bit embarrassed.” Cecilia leaned in, planting a reassuring

just

face deeper into Mark's arms, comforted by her mother’s

voice, inquired if Olivia's tummy was

Little girl, comforted and secure, obediently shook her head

Cecilia caught

looked into each other's eyes, a connection forming that felt even more profound than their passionate encounter

morning's quiet enveloped them, with Olivia content in Mark's arms, and the couple's

frowned and mumbled softly, “I need to poop again.” Mark's laughter filled the room, his amusement and affection for both mother and daughter evident in

lowered his

go to the bathroom, sweetie.” With a

in a light wool dress, complementing it

playfully patted her

go; find

off in search

familiar sound of Edwin preparing

parental duties, Mark felt a light sheen of sweat on his back. He removed his shirt,

seated at her dressing table, carefully selecting

caught Mark's reflection in the mirror. His rugged, shirtless figure adding a stark contrast to the elegant

an ear stud, mused with

a little one, but so aware of so many things already.” Hearing this, Mark couldn't

approached Cecilia, wrapping his arms around her from behind, and

slender,” he murmured

playfully nudged

with a peck on her cheek, his voice

looking refreshed and handsome

reappearance, gave him a soft kiss on the chin,

hard time later, just bear with it. He's really fond of Olivia." Mark responded with a tender touch to her lips, not saying

the family’s black

with a somber expression, swiftly opened the car door and gently lifted Olivia into his arms, checking her over with a

worried

book a hotel, or even travel abroad. Just don't ignore your responsibilities as parents though. If you want some time alone, we're more than happy to help take care of them.” Mark, exiting the car, presented

acknowledged, “You're completely right, I've been careless.” Attempting to ease the tension, Mark offered a cigarette to Korbyn, who responded

even if your father neglects

alighted from the

so are you. Dad's heart belongs only to the kids.” Mark responded with a light

that Korbyn's invitation meant acceptance into

in thought, Mark barely registered Edwin's

Grandpa seems to not really like you.”

other, the couple trailed

slight discomfort, Mark quipped playfully about their hand-holding, to which Cecilia didn’t respond, merely letting her delicate

cradled Olivia, showcasing a large jewelry box filled with enormous, colorful

these to her when she’s still

eat a diamond ring. Thankfully it was small, or it could have harmed her delicate system. She's more fragile than most.” Mark

2117 Korbyn's gaze turned icy at Mark's

Addressing Cecilia, she said, “Your dowry’s right

giving every penny he owned to

“To claim indifference towards Mark's money is one thing, but saying you don't care about him, now that'll be a real noble statement.” Her eyes brimming with tears, Cecilia whispered

unaware of their neglect towards Olivia. The

to Korbyn for the oversight

demeanor softened, and he cleared his throat and broached the subject

considering next year, Mark and Cecilia's relationship had blossomed

about December?” Angela's Library After a careful discussion, Korbyn and Juliette set the date

reddened eyes, gently called her to his

such a child at heart. Your mother and I, your brother, and Rena always indulged you. Now

Recalling Mark's affection for Olivia stirred memories of his own devotion

his constant

imminent marriage was a