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 his

It was his parents.

responded mechanically, his attention drawn to a scene

woolen hat, playfully engaged in a snowball fight with children. Her boots were damp from the snow, but she seemed indifferent, her face rosy from the

watched, barely registering his

honking behind him pulled him back to

but soon parked his car

appear

clung to his arm, laughter lighting up her face. Dylan affectionately ruffled her hair and helped her up from

into a black Hummer and drove

the passenger seat, caught sight of Edwin. She remained silent though, her lips pressed

noticing Edwin's tall figure too, offered a

all in the past. Don't

nodded

the distance. He returned to his own car, his

and Dylan an item now? The phone in Edwin's car rang once more.

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

manipulated, especially by women. Vanessa had agreed to a partnership. Why was she

foot! I can hear other cars on the street. Come back now! We're all waiting for you for

it matter? He and

a wife, usually not overly demanding- Resolved, Edwin finished his cigarette, started

Mrs. Garcia are here too!” Edwin, fixing his clothes, walked into the hall. Mark immediately

teased Edwin playfully, “Quite the adventurer,

quickly quieted down, always respectful of his wife

offered Edwin

isn't. She's quite a talented designer.” Peter, ever forthright, said, “That kid's busy!” Lina, more diplomatic, added, “She has her life. We're here to enjoy ourselves and see you and Edwin. We can’t always involve

just freeloaders.” Vanessa offered a small

Peter looked confused.

shot back playfully, “And you're usually so smart, but

for Edwin to take a

snowball fight? You're soaked! Even as an adult, you seem to forget your limits.” Her words carried an underlying

observed the family interaction, feeling slightly like an outsider amidst their warmth

Lina headed towards the kitchen, Edwin discreetly

softened, and she said gently, “Ask what you want to ask.” Edwin hesitated before asking, “Laura's back in town, isn’t she?”

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

2196 As she dished out some food into a plate, pressing it down firmly, she handed it

But remember, what's in other’s plate isn't for you. Your path is different now. It seems that 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,

thing, but Vanessa bringing it up and

in Lina's eyes, a mother’s heartache evident, yet she had to maintain

Edwin softly apologized.

voice, “I'll stay away from Laura. And I'll speak

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

multitude of people, yet an oddly

found it quite

Edwin walked her to

the world with an intense brilliance, enabling them to see each

was not wearing a

beneath a stylish dark blue cashmere sweater,

car door,

retrieved a pack of cigarettes from his pocket, lighting one as the red tip glowed

was the nature of business! Nevertheless, she

harbor a trace of

think your attitude is a bit too cold?” Edwin slowly exhaled

spoke with indifference, saying, “Perhaps it's because I'm the client, and you're the

quite ready to

Not outstanding enough? In your heart, where do

and excellent. There's no need for comparisons.”

even consider comparing me to her? Can't you even humor me a bit?" Edwin stubbed out

are business partners, Vanessa,” he

our engagement, you

and

into the night, skidding slightly as

for a moment before eventually

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

She couldn't let him linger any longer, so she said with a smile, “It’s okay. Peter can drive. And Edwin,

Aren't you afraid your father will reprimand you later?” Edwin clearly

the situation, also joined in with a few words

son with a profound and

He

with me upstairs.” With his hands in his pockets,

her husband's stern expression, Cecilia couldn't resist remarking, “Don’t be too harsh!” Mark paid no heed to her words. It was unusual for him not

trailed

murmured, “Your father appears

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