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.

driving aimlessly, considering stopping for

It was his parents.

responded mechanically, his attention drawn to a

with children. Her boots were damp from the snow, but she seemed

barely registering his parents’ voices

sound of a car honking behind him pulled him

beep, beep- He drove off quickly, but soon parked his car

Dylan appear next to Laura,

lighting up her face. Dylan affectionately

soon got into a black Hummer

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

tall figure too, offered a

in the past. Don't

nodded in

watched their car vanish into the distance. He returned to his own car, his shoes and trousers wet from the snow. It didn’t matter to

Were Laura and Dylan an item now? The phone in

are you coming?” Edwin's brow furrowed at the mention of Vanessa being at his

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

waiting for you for dinner!”

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

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

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,

Edwin playfully, “Quite

But at a glance from Cecilia, he quickly quieted down, always respectful of

offered Edwin

talented designer.” Peter, ever forthright, said, “That kid's busy!” Lina, more diplomatic, added, “She has her life. We're here to enjoy ourselves

Vanessa

Peter looked confused.

but you're really speaking up today!” Lina shot back playfully, “And you're usually so smart, but you're really thick today!” Peter Laughed, turning to Mark and

gestured for Edwin to

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

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

towards the kitchen, Edwin discreetly

solitude of 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,

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

out some food into a plate, pressing it

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.

past with Laura was one thing, but Vanessa

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

Edwin softly apologized.

away from Laura. And I'll speak with Vanessa." “That's for the best,” Lina said, leaving the

silently, hearing the lively conversations in the hall. Yet, he felt disconnected, his mind drifting to the image of Laura laughing in the snow, wishing he could be there instead, even

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

found it

she left, Edwin walked her to her

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

not wearing a

dark blue cashmere sweater, appearing

the car door, her

going to drive me home, Edwin?" Edwin retrieved a pack of cigarettes from his pocket, lighting one as

business! Nevertheless, she hadn't anticipated Edwin

harbor

don't you think your attitude is

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

quite ready

your heart, where do I fall short compared

need for comparisons.”

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

partners, Vanessa,”

our engagement,

and climbed

skidding

for a moment before eventually returning to

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

from desiring his company, was relieved to be rid of the nuisance. She couldn't let him linger any longer, so she said with a smile, “It’s okay. Peter can drive. And

in this snowy weather... Aren't you

also joined in with a few words

his son with a

He exchanged a few words with them before returning. He then gestured

in his pockets, Edwin

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

stairs. Edwin trailed behind, but he felt his sleeve being

murmured, “Your father

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