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

each marking the other as theirs in a profound trance of

Cecilia stirred within the cocoon

body, a testament to the night's intensity, yet her heart

closer, his kiss was

their shared laughter was cut short by

It was Korbyn.

listened

care what you're doing right now; make your way here right this instance!” Mark couldn't

affection for Olivia

to impart a

the call, Mark exchanged a knowing

dressed. We should head back.” Cecilia, looking

his fondness for Olivia

Mark kissed her

your father decide we need reprimanding, I'll be right beside you.” Cecilia couldn't help but retort with a mix of humor and

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

frustration showed in a

impossible,” she chided, though her

with a hint

and uses this as an excuse to make us come over.” Underneath it all, Mark harbored a more significant intent. He was planning to propose the marriage to Cecilia's parents, a gesture

and headed off

bed sheet a quick

to the stains on the sheet, causing a hint

whisked the old sheet

in the new

girl, wordlessly wrapping her arms around

to find Olivia leaning against him, silent, her brow creased and

gently scooped her up in one arm and sat on the bed’s edge, trying

the memory of the previous day, recalled the bitter medicine she'd taken and its

stayed nestled in his arms,

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

caressed her hair, smiling

bit embarrassed.” Cecilia leaned in, planting a reassuring kiss on

smell just fine,”

face deeper into Mark's arms, comforted by

gentle voice, inquired

secure, obediently

up, Cecilia caught

that felt even more profound than their

Olivia content in Mark's arms, and the couple's

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

Mark lowered his head

to the bathroom, sweetie.” With a

a light wool dress, complementing it with thick stockings and

playfully patted her

you go; find Edwin,”

in search of her

the familiar sound of Edwin preparing milk for

Mark felt a light sheen of sweat on his back. He removed his shirt, ready for

dressing

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

ear stud, mused

little one, but so aware of so many things already.” Hearing this, Mark couldn't help but smile at the

his arms around her from

slender,” he

Cecilia playfully nudged

responded with a peck on her cheek, his voice light, “Of course, anything

later, he emerged, looking refreshed and handsome

gave him a soft kiss on

really fond of Olivia." Mark responded with

2116 An hour later, the family’s black Land Rover pulled up at the Fowlers’

the car door and gently lifted Olivia

a worried look,

as he lectured, “You're both too focused on yourselves, neglecting the child. If you're longing for romance on your birthday, go book a hotel, or even travel

been careless.” Attempting to ease the tension, Mark offered a cigarette to Korbyn, who responded with a glare, holding Olivia, “How can I smoke while holding her?” Realizing his misstep, Mark's

even if your father neglects

followed by Edwin, alighted from the vehicle,

belongs only to

meant acceptance into the family, despite any surface

in thought, Mark

not really like you.” Before Mark could reply, Edwin darted

each other, the

to which Cecilia didn’t respond, merely letting

a large jewelry box filled with enormous, colorful diamonds,

slightly bemused, “Dad, why give these to her when she’s still so

small, or it could have harmed her delicate system. She's more fragile than most.” Mark suppressed a chuckle, playfully remarking, “I'll get Cecilia an

Korbyn's gaze turned icy at

“Your dowry’s right there.

every penny he owned to

Cecilia softly confided, “These material things don't matter to me.” Korbyn, with a snort, retorted, “To claim indifference towards Mark's money is one thing, but saying you

quite happy with them together. Why the sudden change of heart?” Korbyn’s scowl deepened as he recounted, “I was unaware of their neglect towards Olivia.

profusely to Korbyn for the oversight regarding

his throat and broached the subject of their

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

After a careful discussion, Korbyn and Juliette

Korbyn, noticing Cecilia's reddened eyes, gently called

heart. Your mother and I, your brother, and Rena always indulged you. Now you're getting married. Remember, after marriage, mutual understanding

was deep and unique. Recalling Mark's affection for Olivia

constant worries about her boyfriends in her

marriage was