A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2141 “Good morning, Miss Thomas,” Tina greeted with practiced ease.

“I'm Mr. Steve's secretary, Tina Adams.” Laura raised a curious brow.

Edwin had used ‘Nelson Steve’ as an alternate name, and Tina had been instructed to call him that only in Laura's presence.

The reason? It remained a mystery.

Laura looked stunning, draped in a loose-fitting man’s shirt. Her lean calves were accentuated against the fabric.

Tina's eyes kept drifting back to her.

Edwin, sensing Tina's lingering attention, said with a touch of irritation, “Go wait in the car.” Once the door closed behind Tina, Edwin's gaze settled on Laura, taking in her apparent discomfort.

Softening, he asked, “Did last night's birthday surprise sit well with you?” Her cheeks flushed in response.

Spotting her bare feet, he quickly fetched a pair of slippers.

“No more wandering shoeless,” he admonished gently.

“I've got a meeting about an acquisition. We'll spend some quality time later tonight.” Laura's silent response was a prolonged, intense gaze.

A childhood accident had left her with aphasia; and even after receiving treatment overseas, words seldom escaped her lips. Aside from her parents, she was mostly ensconced in her own world. That was until Nelson entered her life.

Their relationship had spanned a year, with Nelson introducing her to this apartment three months back.

She'd essentially moved in, with her studio relocated here, immersing herself in work. Nelson didn't always stay the night due to his demanding job.

The fondness in Laura's eyes as she looked at Edwin was palpable.

He was about to depart, but seeing the longing in her gaze, he couldn't resist pulling her into a tender embrace.

EE oT TR SE i Koos “I've got some new recipes planned for tonight.” Laura nestled closer, nodding her understanding.

Edwin's gaze settled on Laura.

Chapter 2142 Though she was a year his senior, she was so sheltered, thanks to Peter and Lina's overprotective parenting. Laura wasn't acquainted with the nuances of household chores, nor was she keen on mingling in social circles.

She exuded an innocent naivete he rarely encountered, reminding him of someone he couldn't quite place.

Smoothing out his suit, Edwin made his exit.

Once inside the car, Tina shot him a knowing look, noticing the tousled state of his hair.

It was obvious they had a quick session before he left.

Tina remarked, “Miss Thomas is truly captivating. She's not at all how I pictured her.” Diving into the acquisition details, Edwin's attention momentarily wavered as he questioned, “How did you picture her, then?” Wearing a knowing smile, Tina responded, “Given Miss Thomas’ intricate and I her as modern and vintage-styled designs, pegged edgy. But in person, she’s delicate; reminds me of a gentle creature that just tugs at your heart.” Edwin gave a half-laugh, signaling Tina to tread lightly with her words.

Being the perceptive woman she was, she swiftly shifted gears, diving into work chatter.

As the clock struck eleven, Edwin's latest achievement became the talk of the town. At 26, he had risen to the top, becoming the primary shareholder of the Lewis Group.

A massive 12 billion dollar asset shuffle put him in the spotlight.

Over the next couple of years, he had big plans to revamp the Lewis Group and reintroduce it to the market.

That evening, the Lewis Group threw a grand party in honor of this significant milestone.

Edwin, with his newfound status, was the center of attention.

High-profile celebrities and socialites gravitated towards him, but he maintained his distance, always having an eye for the finer things.

‘When Edwin's phone buzzed, Mark's name flashed on the screen.

Edwin greeted him with a grin.

After exchanging a few words, he shared some of his ambitious plans.

Mark, usually hard to impress, genuinely admired Edwin's assertive tactics.

“It's only chapter one,” Edwin remarked, an air of nonchalance in his voice.

Once the call ended, Tina approached with an update.

“Mr. Evans, your appointments for the day are wrapped up. You deserve some rest after today’s whirlwind.” Feeling the weight of the day on his shoulders, Edwin handed Tina his drink and loosened his tie.

Chapter 2143 “I can feel the fatigue. Let the former executives of the Lewis Group know we're meeting at nine tomorrow,” he instructed, already making his way out.

A sleek black Rolls-Royce awaited him outside. Chris Shelton, ever the punctual chauffeur, held the door open for him.

Chris caught sight of Edwin and promptly opened the car door, a gesture of respect.

Edwin slipped inside gracefully.

As he settled, Tina leaned closer, her voice gentle yet professional, “Good night, Mr. Evans.” Edwin simply nodded, his thoughts already drifting elsewhere.

A memory flickered-his promise to Laura about a homemade meal. He glanced at the time and sighed, realizing it was far too late.

The rich aroma of perfume encircled him.

Swiftly, he handed over his jacket to Tina, instructing, “Send this to dry-cleaning.” For amoment, Tina looked taken aback.

But before she could process, the limo's door clicked shut and the vehicle glided away.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY Edwin's voice broke the silence after a while.

“Pull over at the next corner; pick up some wontons at that restaurant.” Chris, well-acquainted with the routines and preferences in Edwin's life, grinned.

“Ah, Miss Thomas’ favorite?” Receiving no response, Chris focused on the road while Edwin sank into deep contemplation.

Memories flooded back; the chance encounter with Laura overseas and his deliberate efforts to win her heart.

charm, looks, and knowledge about her, it wasn't challenging to captivate

put too much into this

was an impending meeting with the Smith heiress on Saturday. Potentially, an alliance

as she was, wasn't part of his long-term plans. In

Laura, vulnerable and heartbroken, unsettled him.

to weep at

apartment, Chris, his driver, remarked, “Your villa is way closer to your workplace, Mr. Evans. Why not have

box, Edwin shot Chris a piercing look that

The place his parents

lit home, he switched on the lights and moved towards the northern

presence,

surprise, she muttered, “This

brushed against Laura's trim

didn’t you? Why would you do that?” His tone mixed

hugged his neck and murmured, “I had some breakfast.” Angela's Library Edwin shot her

he certainly showed Laura a lot of patience and

onto the couch,

jacket?” Laura

searching for a

managed to shift the topic with

began to prepare her dinner.

return to her sketches

a shirt, work his culinary magic, Laura

she wrapped her arms around his waist, and on

you eat?” she

His response came tersely.

“I did”

you'd be back

the kitchen's soft lighting, his features were undeniably attractive, but she sensed a

so much she didn’t know about

deep and

yourself starve? Would you continue Like that indefinitely?”

was new

could discern it, he tilted her chin upward, sealing their lips in a fervent embrace. In a whirlwind of emotions, she found herself Lifted onto

was slowly pulled

Laura clad in an oversized

a passionate

Their intimacy deepened.

their passionate encounter concluded, Laura found herself

It was quite dim.

the dark, especially in confined spaces, which left her

memory resurfaced from her childhood. She couldn't forget how her sitter locked her in the storage room as she indulged

the woman's return, she completely overlooked

endured a bleak and damp

they eventually discovered her, Laura was on the brink of

of the dark, Laura found solace in Edwin's presence; fear began to

the urge to shower, yet the twenty-six-year-old man was brimming with energy. She made a slight move, only to find herself beneath him

and all she could see was

Edwin was out

her fingers against his handsome face and, in a

himself

his true name, Edwin Evans. However, he refrained, instead channeling his inexplicable emotions into

room was bathed in

the bathroom for a quick shower. Upon his return, he felt revitalized. Retrieving his trousers from the

me?” Laura draped herself in the blanket, perching on

faint blush of

Her heart raced with

marked her birthday, and now

it possibly contain a ring? Edwin offered a gentle, hoarse smile and encouraged her, “Go ahead, open it.” The gift was meant for

he finally presented

a glance at him before lowering her head, her hands trembling

box was a delicate pink diamond

pink diamond itself measured two carats, with the surrounding smaller diamonds

exuded a distinctly

a person content with even the smallest kindness shown to her. Swiftly, she lifted the necklace to her neck and asked, “Is it beautiful?” Her slender collarbone and flawless skin added to

gazed at her, his voice growing even hoarser than

inexplicably irked. He reached for a pack of cigarettes on the bedside table, extracted one, and lit it. As he carefully secured the necklace around her neck, Laura expressed

took a long drag, exhaling a

after, he extinguished the

gazed at her with profound

something for you. Are you hungry?” Unable to resist, he tenderly ran his fingers through her

possessed a unique charm. It was jet-black, fine, and velvety, cascading over her

made love, her ebony hair sprawled like a dark contrast against the pristine,

him with a deep sense of

the bathroom to wear the pink diamond necklace herself in

cherished it all the more because it was

invited her to share a

during their intimate moments;

as red as a ripe

actions, he

there, he took

and stored it in the

a fact that always struck

the dining room, Laura nibbled at her

by the French window, silently puffing on a cigarette. Despite the stack of documents awaiting his attention, his interest in them remained

gaze inadvertently fell upon

his head to tap the cigarette's ashes,

days remained

that time frame, he had to

More accurately, he planned

her, kindling her feelings for him and fostering her