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

It was his parents.

and responded mechanically, his attention drawn to a scene

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

barely registering his parents’

behind him pulled him back

quickly, but soon parked his car in the nearest lot and

Dylan appear next to Laura, easily dispersing the

laughter lighting up her face. Dylan affectionately

into a black Hummer and drove off, passing

the passenger seat, caught sight of Edwin.

figure too, offered

Don't

simply nodded in

their car vanish into the distance. He returned to his own car,

appetite had disappeared, his mind swirling with one question — Were Laura and Dylan an item now? The phone in Edwin's car rang once more. This time, it

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

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

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

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

choice for a wife, usually not overly demanding-

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

teased Edwin playfully, “Quite the adventurer, aren't

But at a glance from Cecilia, he quickly

servant offered Edwin dry

Mrs. Garcia are here, I'm quite surprised Laura isn't. She's quite a talented designer.” Peter, ever forthright, said, “That

think we're just freeloaders.” Vanessa offered a small smile

Peter looked confused.

“And you're usually so

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

a snowball fight? You're soaked! Even as an adult, you seem to forget your

family interaction, feeling slightly like

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

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

some food into a plate, pressing it down firmly, she handed

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, she’s Long since settled that debt.” Linas frustration

with Laura was one thing, but Vanessa bringing it up and being

yet she

Edwin softly apologized.

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

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

multitude of people, yet an

found

walked her to

the world with an intense brilliance,

was not wearing a

shirt beneath a stylish dark blue

car door, her

cigarettes from his pocket, lighting one as the red tip

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

but harbor a trace of

is a bit too cold?” Edwin

because

2197 Vanessa, not quite ready to drop

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

There's no need for comparisons.” Vanessa was

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

are business partners, Vanessa,” he reminded

want to mislead your emotions. As for our engagement, you might want to reconsider it,” Edwin

bit her lip and climbed into the

into the night, skidding slightly as it passed through the

for a moment before eventually returning to the

while Peter and Lina, already clad in

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

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

the situation, also joined in with a few words of

with

and his wife outside. He exchanged

upstairs.” With his hands in his

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

the stairs. Edwin trailed behind, but he felt

tones, Cecilia murmured, “Your

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