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 phone rang.

It was his parents.

his attention drawn to a

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 immersed in the

registering his parents’ voices

sound of a car honking behind him pulled

parked his car in the nearest

saw Dylan appear next to Laura,

Dylan affectionately ruffled her hair and

a black

caught sight of Edwin. She remained silent

tall figure too,

the past. Don't dwell

nodded in

to his own car, his shoes and trousers wet from the snow. It didn’t

his mind swirling with one question — Were Laura and Dylan an item now? The phone in

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

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

“Work, my foot! I can 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 back into his seat

pondered cynically about Laura and Dylan. Did it

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

he arrived at a plush villa 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 hall. Mark immediately commented on his wet attire, “Where have you been? You were not snowball-fighting with others, were you?” “Just watched a snowball fight,” Edwin replied with

playfully, “Quite

glance from Cecilia, he quickly quieted down, always respectful of his wife

offered Edwin

surprised Laura isn't. She's quite a talented designer.” Peter, ever forthright, said, “That kid's busy!” Lina, more diplomatic, added, “She has

Vanessa offered

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 really thick

spoiled her too much!” Lina then gestured for Edwin to take a

tone, “Were you really so captivated by a snowball fight? You're soaked! Even as an adult, you seem to forget your limits.” Her words carried an underlying message, which Edwin understood all

family interaction, feeling slightly like an outsider amidst their warmth

headed towards the kitchen, Edwin discreetly followed

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

“She's doing quite welll” Edwin ventured further, “And Laura and

food into a plate, pressing it

dropping hints, both openly and behind the scenes. She might know something. I can look

Vanessa bringing it up and being

up in Lina's eyes, a mother’s heartache evident, yet she had to maintain composure in front of Vanessa and everyone

Edwin softly apologized.

in a low voice, “I'll stay away from Laura. And I'll speak with

the lively conversations in the hall. Yet, he felt disconnected, his mind drifting to the

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

found it quite

Edwin walked her to her

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

not wearing a coat.

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

leaned against the car

as the red tip glowed in the night. Vanessa, comprehending his unspoken

of business! Nevertheless, she hadn't

but harbor a trace of

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

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

quite

enough? In your heart,

There's no need for comparisons.” Vanessa was beginning

you

are business partners, Vanessa,” he

mislead your emotions. As for our engagement, you might

and climbed into

accelerated into the night, skidding slightly as

before eventually returning to

up the table, while Peter and Lina, already

of the nuisance. She couldn't 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 be more considerate toward

alone in this snowy weather... Aren't you afraid your father will reprimand

situation, also joined

Mark observed his son with a

brief pause, Mark rose to accompany Peter and his wife outside. He exchanged a few words with them before returning. He then

upstairs.” With his hands in

“Don’t be too harsh!” Mark paid no heed to

2198 He slowly ascended the stairs. Edwin trailed behind, but he felt his sleeve being gently

Cecilia murmured,

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