A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2161 Yet, he opted to walk past them without confrontation.

Dylan's gaze grazed Edwin, but he chose not to acknowledge him, treating him as inconsequential.

It was only after he had walked a considerable distance and turned a corner that Edwin finally unclenched his fists.

Neither Edwin nor Cecilia uttered a word.

After a prolonged silence, Cecilia remarked, “I believe I saw that child just now.” The mention of Laura remained a sensitive subject, so Cecilia always refrained from naming her directly.

Edwin tucked his hands into his pockets and offered a faint smile.

“Did you? I didn't even notice.” After obtaining the medication, Cecilia brought up Laura once more.

“I heard from Lina that she’s become a successful designer and even won a prestigious award.” Cecilia sighed wistfully.

“That's wonderful.” Edwin remained reticent, walking Cecilia back to the car, where Tina waited.

Tina was somewhat surprised.

“Mr. Evans, aren't you going back with us?” “I have some matters to attend to at the company. Mom, we'll have dinner together later,” Edwin replied casually. He leaned in, planting a kiss on Cecilia's cheek, eliciting a smile from her.

Angela's Library Cecilia couldn't resist a teasing remark.

“You should use that affection to find yourself a girlfriend. You're already 26 and have yet to engage in a serious relationship. You're not as skilled as your father in that department.” Edwin snorted in amusement.

“I'm leagues behind him." Cecilia affectionately touched Edwin's face and said, “The past is behind us. No need to dwell on it. Your dad wouldn't be pleased to hear you speak that way." Edwin smiled and closed the car door.

The black limousine gradually pulled away, and the smile quickly faded from his face.

Edwin found himself unable to explain the overwhelming melancholy that gripped him, nor could he rationalize the unease that flooded him at the sight of Dylan beside Laura.

After all, he had already severed ties with Laura, and it was only a matter of time before they each found solace in the arms of someone new.

Chapter 2162 There was no justifiable reason for him to be so consumed by this.

Furrowing his brow, he stared at the hospital's outpatient building, resisting the urge to approach it. Instead, he got into another car and curtly instructed, “Take me to the company.” By the time he concluded his work, the clock had already struck eight in the evening.

His mother had attempted to reach him twice, but he had no desire to return home.

He needed to be alone.

Edwin meandered aimlessly through the city streets at night, his thoughts in turmoil.

An hour later, his car halted at the entrance of a modest villa, the very place where Dylan resided. With Edwin's influence and resources, acquiring someone's address was a simple task.

The soft glow of orange lights emanated from the villa, lending it a cozy ambiance.

A white balustrade courtyard surrounded a meticulously manicured lawn, complete with a charming pink doghouse by the gate, a residence for a Labrador.

Edwin remained seated in his car, his gaze fixed on the villa from a distance.

He knew that Laura was temporarily residing here.

Even though that man she now lived with happened to be her agent, someone she had known for nearly eight years, Dylan was, undeniably, a man.

The door creaked open, and Laura stepped out with the dog.

She still wore Dylan's coat, paired with capri pants that accentuated her delicate figure.

She tenderly petted the dog, coaxing it into the small house.

Angela's Library The large canine adored her, lavishing her hands with affectionate licks.

Edwin observed Laura as she gently crouched down, wrapping her arms around the dog's neck, her actions wordless but filled with profound emotion.

Memories resurfaced of when they had shared a life together.

She had expressed a desire to live in a villa like this, yearning for a dog to keep her company during Edwin's absences.

Fearing that he couldn't afford it, she had eagerly offered to contribute or even foot the entire bill.

Now, she had a dog in her arms, a pet they once dreamed of owning together.

Yet, it was a dog she shared with another man.

Edwin's eyes stung, and he couldn't help but wonder if she would be willing to embrace this tranquil existence with anyone who could provide it.

Edwin could offer it, but at the same time, Dylan also could.

Chapter 2163 Edwin watched Laura in silence.

His heart twinged as he noticed her crouched down, cradling the Labrador in her arms in silence. The urge struck him to leave the car and sweep her up in his arms.

He yearned to whisk her away, to conceal her from the world.

Gripping his chest, Edwin shut his eyes.

Upon opening them, despair washed over him.

What was he doing now? The outcome was precisely what he'd envisioned. Yet doubt nagged at him. What was churning in his mind? His chapter with Laura had closed. As expected, his engagement to Vanessa was on the horizon, while Laura would find her own happy ending, maybe with Dylan or some other man.

Without a flicker of emotion, Edwin rolled up the window and drove off.

The ornate glass door of the villa swung open, revealing Dylan.

In spite of the chilly night, barely scraping 10 degrees, he sported just a black tank top and well-worn jeans, his stature tall and imposing.

Under the soft glow of the porch light, he fixed his gaze on Laura.

stretched

he first met her, she was such a fragile little thing, more

two years her

was a

not until she entered Edwin's orbit. He couldn't bring himself to expose Edwin's true identity to her, especially now that they had parted ways. Perhaps, in his silence, Laura might see her

his voice gentle in

called. She's coming by

whispered, “I'm alright. Please, don’t mention any of this to her.”

a word. But you need to take your medicine.” Laura had been visibly spiraling these last few days, a shadow of depression creeping back in, which had

It had been years

stirred a fierce protectiveness in Dylan. He

secrets entangling the Garcia

saw a man who seemed to toy with Laura's affections.

moment to gather herself after

the Labrador,

a comforting touch on her shoulder, Dylan whispered, “Go on, take your

water

compliance was striking, her

with Edwin, which Dylan had vehemently discouraged, supposedly for the sake of her work. But his reasons ran

could easily toy with someone

about to leave for the kitchen when Laura's

a

beat before replying with a raspy, “Okay,” and then he stepped

he smoked a couple of

overwhelming. How could someone born with a silver spoon have

came, and so

fetch her. On their way back, Linas

kept his eyes on the

the change of weather. She's

exhaled a mix of relief and concern.

Duefron by herself.

is always a joy. She's my

become a darling of the high-end fashion scene, her

Dylan benefited, too.

Lina reflected

Dylan's place an hour later. Laura was

from the trunk,

Laura wrapped Lina in a gentle embrace, murmuring “Mom”

for Laura was

talk flowed, centering on Peter and

had more than casual conversation

of Edwin's impending blind date had

senior, was still

and talent, though,

had always wondered why Laura

a casual visit to Laura; he wanted her to scout for

navigator of life's complexities, recognized the

trustworthy partner for their daughter, someone

Dylan fit that image.

on

to observe for a

his culinary prowess with a homemade Spanish dinner, earning Lina's compliments. She hesitated and in the end, didn't

unique, akin to a

shared living spaces, a common practice in showbiz. Lina, considering this,

Laura broke the Lull.

place after we eat.” Her apartment was modest, a 100-square-meter space with an excellent location and a

suggested, “There're plenty of rooms here. Mrs. Garcia could stay.” Angela's Library Laura's response was a soft, “I'd like to return

a light-hearted diversion, “I'm sure I'll be more comfortable at Laura's. Dylan, would you mind

wasn't Laura's partner, after all, and had no place making

let out a discreet

leave, Dylan helped Laura pack in the guest room. He neatly folded her clothes and placed them in the suitcase, teasing, “Clumsy.” Laura watched him, a silent exchange passing

equilibrium, Dylan patted

her medications, each bottle labeled with dosage

voice was

your way for me, Dylan.” Dylan's voice carried a rough

after my primary cash cow, okay?” He lifted her luggage

him leave, her

naive; she understood the undertones of Dylan's concern, yet their eight-year history had bonded

a breakup, she wasn't ready to traverse the path of

had sat empty

mother any hint of her recent split with “Nelson.” It was a detail Laura chose not

and

setting down her bags, remarked softly, “Dylan really looks

me.” Lina's smile hinted at

ANGELA'SLIBRARY Laura wasn't one for household chores but showed filial respect by brewing a fragrant tea.

contemplated bringing up Mark and Cecilia but decided against it, sensing Laura's emotional wounds were still raw and Likely didn't expect to reconnect with Mark

son's life

a

to my brother and his wife.” Lina waved

pick something lavish.

for you” Laura expressed

Lina attributed it to her ongoing battle with illness rather

fetal position, the pain of Lina’s words unearthing memories of a hoped-for wedding

dream wedding dress, only to later tear the

and consciousness, Laura yearned for the comfort of the

sweat, the harsh

was real,

gentle invitation to dinner