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.

stopping for a meal, when his phone

It was his parents.

mechanically, his

in a white down jacket and a red 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 cold and excitement, fully

barely registering his parents’ voices on the

behind him

drove off quickly, but soon parked his car in the nearest

Then he saw Dylan appear next to Laura, easily dispersing

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

black Hummer and drove

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

Edwin's tall figure too,

the past. Don't

nodded in

car, his shoes and trousers wet from the snow. It

Laura and Dylan an item now? The phone

coming?” Edwin's brow furrowed at the mention of Vanessa

feeling manipulated, especially by women. Vanessa had agreed to a partnership. Why was she at his home now? “I'm tied up with work,” he

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

about Laura and Dylan. Did it matter? He and Laura couldn't be together

for a wife, usually not 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

“Quite

quickly quieted down, always respectful

servant offered Edwin

Laura 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

freeloaders.” Vanessa offered a

Peter looked confused.

really speaking up today!” Lina shot back playfully, “And you're

for Edwin to take a seat, helping him

you really so captivated by a snowball fight? You're soaked! Even as an

slightly like an outsider amidst their warmth and

Lina headed towards the

the kitchen, Lina’s expression softened, and she said gently, “Ask what you want to ask.” Edwin hesitated before asking, “Laura's back in

ventured further, “And Laura and Dylan-How are they together?” “They're good,”

she dished out some food into a plate, pressing

and behind the scenes. She might know something. I can look after Laura, but you also

with Laura was one thing, but Vanessa bringing

eyes, a mother’s heartache evident, yet she had to maintain composure in front

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 speak

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

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

also found it quite

she left, Edwin walked

pristine snow illuminated the world with

not wearing a

a stylish dark

leaned against the car door,

his pocket, lighting one as the red tip glowed in the night. Vanessa, comprehending his unspoken message, chose not

the nature of business! Nevertheless, she

couldn't help but harbor

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

indifference, saying, “Perhaps it's because I'm the

not quite ready to

attractive enough?” Not outstanding enough? In your heart, where do

need for comparisons.” Vanessa was beginning to feel

even consider comparing me to her? Can't you even humor

business partners, Vanessa,”

for our engagement, you

bit her lip and climbed into the

accelerated into the night, skidding

lingered for a moment before

while Peter and Lina, already clad in their coats, were

rid of the nuisance. She couldn't let him linger any longer, so she said with a

this snowy weather... Aren't you afraid your father will reprimand you later?” Edwin clearly grasped her

of the situation, also joined in with a few words of

son with a profound and thoughtful

accompany Peter and his wife outside. He exchanged a few words

hands in his pockets,

Mark paid no heed to her words.

Edwin trailed behind, but

hushed tones, Cecilia murmured,

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