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.

about her, it wasn't

he'd put too much into this

was an impending meeting with the

she was, wasn't part of his long-term plans. In fact, he initially just intended for her to taste

Laura, vulnerable and heartbroken,

delicate, the type to weep at the

apartment, Chris, his driver, remarked, “Your villa is way

Holding a takeout box, Edwin shot Chris a piercing look that silenced

family villa? The place his parents once called home? Absolutely impossible! Their connection was

home, he switched on the lights and moved towards the northern workroom, where

was oblivious to his presence, Drawing closer, Edwin lightly brushed her chilled legs, concern evident

“This is your doing.”

Edwin's hand brushed against

didn’t you? Why would you do that?”

irritation, Laura hugged his neck and murmured, “I had some

particularly easy-going, he certainly showed

the couch, draping a blanket over

your jacket?”

searching for

he managed to shift the topic with ease,

kitchen, Edwin began

the urge to return to her sketches

in a shirt, work his culinary magic, Laura found herself drawn to his undeniable

wrapped her arms around his waist, and on a rare

eat?”

His response came tersely.

“I did”

you'd be back early.” Turning off

were undeniably attractive,

him, but there was so much she didn’t know about him, and she

voice, deep and probing,

back, would you just let yourself starve? Would you

new territory for

like an eternity, she whispered, “You'd always return.” Something in Edwin's expression shifted, but before Laura could discern it, he tilted her chin upward, sealing their lips in a fervent embrace.

was slowly

clad in an oversized black shirt; her entire

her with a passionate kiss,

Their intimacy deepened.

their passionate encounter concluded, Laura found herself in

It was quite dim.

dark, especially in confined

how her sitter locked her in the storage room as she indulged in card

return,

endured a bleak and damp confinement for a grueling

Laura was

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

felt a restlessness and the urge to shower, yet the twenty-six-year-old man was brimming

closed her eyes and all she could see was

was out

gently brushed her fingers against his handsome face and, in a

found himself

that very moment, he wanted so bad to reveal his true name, Edwin Evans. However, he refrained, instead

room was bathed in

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

herself in the blanket, perching on the edge of the

of post-lovemaking contentment

heart

birthday, and now he presented

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

mood, he finally presented it

head, her

was a delicate

pink diamond itself measured two carats, with the surrounding smaller

a distinctly

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

her, his voice growing even hoarser than

though he found himself inexplicably irked. He reached for a pack of cigarettes on the bedside table, extracted one, and lit

2147 Edwin took a long

after, he extinguished

at her

you hungry?” Unable to resist, he tenderly ran his

It was jet-black, fine, and velvety,

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

at him with

she donned his shirt and hurried to the bathroom to wear the pink diamond necklace

the more because it

a meal, and she

subject of his frequent attention during their intimate moments; he'd often

as red

rushed to join Edwin for dinner. Despite the mixed motives behind Edwin's actions, he generally treated her well. Her self-sufficiency was Limited, and

he was there, he took charge

extra food and stored it in the fridge, ensuring she could heat it up

pounds, a fact that always struck Edwin when he

in the dining room, Laura nibbled

Despite the stack of documents awaiting his attention, his interest in them remained

gaze inadvertently fell upon

complexity. He bent his head to tap

days remained

time frame, he had to

wasn't exactly a breakup. More accurately, he planned to abruptly abandon

kindling her feelings