A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2191-2200

Chapter 2191 Edwin watched their figures slowly vanish, staying silent, not calling out- He rationalized his presence, telling himself he just wanted to see her one last time.

Back in his car, Edwin received a call from Tina. Without hesitation, he instructed, “Cancel all my appointments for today.” Tina, surprised by his uncharacteristic disconnection from work, complied.

“Okay, Mr. Evans!” Just as Edwin was about to end the call, Tina added, “Oh, Mr. Evans, Miss Smith called. She said she couldn't reach you all night!" Edwin's brow furrowed.

Vanessa? He had nearly forgotten about her amidst everything.

After the call, he dialed Vanessa's number.

Vanessa, though a skilled businesswoman, adopted a playful tone with Edwin.

“Mr. Evans, you're quite elusive,” she teased.

Edwin was accustomed to such flirtations in the business world, where many women tried different approaches to catch his attention.

Vanessa's flirtation neither bothered nor interested him.

After a pause, Edwin proposed, “Let's meet” Vanessa agreed, though her tone lacked enthusiasm, aware that a business hour meeting was rarely a positive sign.

An hour later, they sat in a cafe downtown.

Edwin didn’t beat around the bush.

“Vanessa, we're not right for each other. I think it's best to end things here,” he stated.

Vanessa, her expression calm, tapped her porcelain cup elegantly.

Looking at Edwin, she remarked, “You're heartbroken.” Edwin's eyes narrowed.

“Have you been investigating me?” With a subtle smile, Vanessa took a sip from her cup.

Chapter 2192 “Naturally, I'd research a potential partner. Knowing about any deep connections helps me navigate.” Edwin urged, “Get to the point” Vanessa, appearing almost amused by the situation, continued, “Laura is quite attractive.

I imagine if not for family issues, you'd have chosen her-* Edwin, losing his patience, stood up to leave.

Vanessa abruptly softened her tone.

“Let's work together, Edwin. I need to take control of my family business, and you need a wife to keep you focused. If you can convince Laura to be your — lover, I'll look the other way.” Edwin's response was icy.

“She would never agree to that.” He was also adamant about not letting Laura be treated with such disrespect.

Vanessa's smile held a trace of sadness.

She had expected a refusal but was taken aback when Edwin acquiesced.

“Let's give it a year. If it works, we can consider an engagement.” Vanessa's lips curved in satisfaction.

“It's a deal, Mr. Evans.” Edwin didn't linger for more conversation. He left swiftly and sat in his car, deep in thought.

After a moment, he took out his phone and opened a photo.

It was of Laura, face covered in cream while attempting to make a cake on Valentine's Day, her laughter infectious.

Edwin had captured that candid moment.

He gazed at the photo for a long while, and then secured it in a private album.

Vanessa was correct. He needed a wife for social reasons.

As Christmas approached, Vanessa called, inviting him to celebrate the holiday together. Edwin, still at his office, pondered the invitation.

Holding the phone, Edwin responded with composure, “Happy Holidays! Unfortunately, I'm tied up with work. Let's plan for another time.”

Chapter 2193 There was a soft sigh from Vanessa.

“Understood. You're always so busy,” she remarked, a tinge of resignation in her voice. After the call, Edwin turned his attention back to his paperwork.

A knock came from the door. Tina's voice followed.

“Mr. Evans, it's time to head home.” Without looking up, Edwin answered distractedly, “I just need to finish this up. It's Christmas, isn’t it? You should head off early.” Tina's face brightened with a smile.

“Merry Christmas, Mr. Evans!” She left, her steps light and cheerful.

Edwin glanced up, catching a glimpse of her in a festive, elegant dress.

His thoughts momentarily drifted.

Christmas — What could Laura be doing? Was she still overseas? He scrolled through his phone, hesitating over a number but ultimately refraining from calling.

Rising from his desk, he put on his wool coat and exited the office.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY Outside, snow gently blanketed the streets.

The holiday spirit was alive, with couples sharing affectionate moments, a common sight in the festive season.

aimlessly, considering stopping for a meal, when

It was his parents.

and responded mechanically, his attention drawn to a

red woolen hat, playfully engaged in a snowball fight with children. Her boots were damp from the snow, but she

barely registering his

sound of a car honking behind him pulled him

but soon parked his car in the nearest lot and stepped out

Then he saw Dylan appear next to Laura,

up her face. Dylan affectionately ruffled her hair and helped her up from the snow.

got into a black Hummer and

in the passenger seat, caught sight of Edwin. She

Edwin's tall figure

Don't dwell on it,”

simply nodded in

their car vanish into the distance. He returned to his own car, his shoes and trousers wet from the snow. It

and Dylan an item now? The phone in Edwin's car rang once more. This time, it was

Vanessa's here celebrating with us. When are you coming?” Edwin's brow furrowed at the mention of Vanessa being at

women. Vanessa had agreed to a partnership. Why was she at his

hear other cars on the street. Come back now! We're all waiting for you for dinner!” After ending the call, Edwin lit a cigarette, sinking

Did it matter? He and Laura

overly demanding- Resolved, Edwin finished his cigarette, started the car,

in Duefron, the family driver greeted him cheerfully, “The house is lively today, Mr. Owen. Mr. and Mrs. Garcia are here too!” Edwin, fixing his clothes, walked into the

teased Edwin playfully, “Quite the adventurer,

he quickly quieted down, always respectful of his wife

servant offered

quite surprised Laura isn't. She's quite a talented designer.” Peter, ever forthright, said, “That

we're just freeloaders.” Vanessa offered a

Peter looked confused.

usually so quiet, but you're really speaking up today!” Lina shot back playfully, “And you're usually so smart, but you're

her too much!” Lina then gestured for Edwin to take a seat, helping him with his

“Were you really so captivated by a snowball fight? You're soaked! Even as an adult, you seem to

interaction, feeling slightly like an outsider amidst their warmth

the kitchen, Edwin discreetly followed

solitude of the kitchen, Lina’s expression softened, and she said gently, “Ask what you want to ask.” Edwin hesitated before

“She's doing quite welll” Edwin ventured further, “And Laura and Dylan-How are

As she dished out some food into a

Smith girl was dropping hints, both openly and behind the scenes. She might know something. I can look after Laura, but you also need to handle Vanessa and her cryptic ways. If Laura owed you anything, she’s Long since settled that debt.” Linas

Laura was one thing, but Vanessa bringing it

yet she

Edwin softly apologized.

the warm light of the kitchen, he assured her in a low voice, “I'll stay away from Laura. And I'll

Yet, he felt disconnected, his mind drifting to the image of Laura laughing in the snow, wishing

the house was bustling with a multitude of people, yet an oddly eerie atmosphere hung

also found

Edwin walked

late hour, the pristine snow illuminated the world with an intense brilliance, enabling

was not wearing a

sported a white shirt beneath a stylish dark blue cashmere sweater, appearing both

leaned against the car door, her

you going to drive me home, Edwin?" Edwin retrieved a pack of cigarettes from his pocket, lighting one as the red tip glowed in the night. Vanessa, comprehending his unspoken message,

was the nature of business! Nevertheless, she hadn't anticipated Edwin being

but harbor a trace of

as a business partner, don't you think your attitude is a bit too cold?” Edwin slowly exhaled a ring of

“Perhaps it's because I'm the client, and you're the

quite

attractive enough?” Not outstanding enough? In your heart, where do I fall short compared to her?”

need for comparisons.” Vanessa was

Can't you even humor me a bit?"

business partners, Vanessa,”

our engagement, you might want to reconsider

and climbed into

night, skidding

before eventually returning

cleaning up the table, while Peter and Lina, already clad in their coats, were

let him linger any longer, so she said with a smile, “It’s okay. Peter can drive. And Edwin, I'm not scolding you, but you should

this snowy weather... Aren't you afraid your

situation, also joined in with a few words of

son with a profound

outside. He exchanged

in his pockets, Edwin followed his

too harsh!” Mark paid no heed to her words. It was

slowly ascended the stairs. Edwin trailed behind, but he felt his sleeve being gently

tones, Cecilia murmured, “Your father appears quite

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