A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2201 Laura poured him a cup of coffee, her tone carrying a hint of apology as she mentioned that it was the only thing she could offer, given her lack of culinary skills. Mark accepted the coffee and responded with a touch of meaning.

“Cecilia isn't much of a cook either.” Laura gazed at him, her eyes still slightly red.

Mark chose not to dwell on the topic further. Instead, he opened the box of pastries he brought and encouraged her to eat them.

It was her favorite food.

Laura's Lips quivered.

Though Mark didn't explicitly mention it, Laura sensed that he had discovered her past connection with Edwin. As she nibbled on a piece of the pastry, she spoke in a soft tone.

“Uncle Mark, there's no longer any relationship between us. I won't ruin anything. I won't meet with him again. You can rest assured of that.” Angela's Library A profound sense of sorrow settled in Mark's heart.

Mark couldn't help but feel that he had failed in his promise to protect and care for her.

He couldn't deny that Laura had grown and flourished under Peter's guardianship.

She had not only thrived but had also developed remarkable talents.

Despite her success and talent, the presence of Edwin had clearly caused Laura significant distress.

Even in this moment, she was going out of her way to assure Mark that she wouldn't be a source of trouble or complications.

Mark didn't reply.

Instead, he offered her a cookie and spoke gently.

“It's not about that, Laura. Uncle Mark simply wanted to visit you.” Laura accepted the cookie and took a bite.

Then, she began to cry, her emotions finally spilling over.

No one could understand her feelings, no one.

The beginning of her relationship with Edwin had been wrong, and its conclusion had been nothing short of absurd. Even if they had shared an understanding of their feelings, circumstances had never allowed it to progress any further.

Laura silently wept, and Mark remained by her side quietly.

The paternal affection she had yearned for in her childhood, Mark could only provide in a limited capacity now, and he did so with all the sincerity he could muster.

Laura didn't cry for long.

Chapter 2202 She soon regained her composure and spoke in a subdued tone.

“I'm okay. In fact, I have a new boyfriend now, my agent, and he's really good to me.” Mark found it difficult to put his own feelings into words.

Ironically, on one hand, there was his own son, and on the other, the young girl to whom he owed so much.

ALL he could manage to say was, “That's good,” and then he tenderly ran his fingers through her glossy black hair.

She was pretty and petite, a type that Mark had never envisioned his brutish son being attracted to. It suddenly made sense why there had never been any genuine connection with Vanessa.

It seemed that Edwin's taste had been inherited from his father.

Outside, the snow continued to fall heavily, but within the confines of the apartment, warmth enveloped them.

As time passed, the issue was never raised again, and Mark chose not to broach the topic of compensation, realizing that it would be undignified and hurtful for Laura.

He simply kept her company, giving Laura the support and fatherly affection she had yearned for throughout her life.

‘When Mark left, it was nearly dawn.

Laura saw him downstairs. As Mark was getting into his car, he couldn't resist turning back and saying in a hushed tone, “Bring your boyfriend to meet me sometime. When you've decided to tie the knot, I'll take care of your dowry.” Laura nodded with a faint smile.

Outside, the winter cold had taken its toll, leaving Laura with a pale complexion and a red nose.

Mark urged her to go back upstairs, but Laura insisted on watching Mark's car until it disappeared before returning indoors.

Once back in her apartment, she made herself a cup of coffee and finished all the pastries Mark had brought.

After that, she felt too full to sleep.

Sitting on the sofa, she turned on the TV.

The room was warm, and right in front of her was the cup Mark had used.

Suddenly, Laura began to see things in a more positive light. She felt that everything wasn't as bleak as it had seemed. She wanted to find a boyfriend and live a life...

Mark drove back home through the heavy snowfall.

As he stepped into the villa, Mark's hair and coat were dusted with snowflakes. Edwin, waiting at the door, approached him and asked in a hushed tone, “Did you go to see her?” Mark sneered, his frustration evident.

“You dare to ask that question?”

Chapter 2203 Edwin pressed further, “What did she say?” Mark removed his coat and strolled into the hall, tossing it nonchalantly onto the sofa.

Still wearing a sneer, he replied, “She told me she's with someone else now. You better stay away from her! Since it’s over, you're not to contact her again,” Mark warned sternly.

“If your mother discovers this, I'll make sure you regret it” Edwin lowered his gaze.

Mark raised his voice, demanding, “Did you hear me?” Edwin smiled faintly and responded, “Didn't you mention she has a boyfriend now? So how could I possibly approach her?” Mark let out a soft hum and remarked, “Well, I can’t speak for you, can I? I really underestimated you before, but now it seems you're capable of any shameless act.” Having expressed his disappointment, Mark slowly ascended the stairs.

Edwin lingered in the living room for a moment before eventually returning to his own bedroom.

the quiet of the night, sleep remained

with Laura, particularly the three months

undeniable sweetness in

retrieved his phone and began to browse through the photos

at the photos, a tender smile, something he rarely believed himself capable of, gradually

long while, Edwin came close

changed her number, Edwin didn't find it difficult to obtain the new one. After much contemplation, he decided to send a message

that he wouldn't receive a response, Edwin silently stared

next day, he went to the

saying, “Mr. Evans, Miss Smith sent an invitation. It's for the charity auction next Tuesday. She would like you to attend.” Edwin continued to look through the

“I've seen the auction items. There are two pieces of jewelry designed by Miss Evans, a brooch and a pendant. Perhaps Miss Evans will

2204 “Let me see the invitation.” Tina immediately handed invitation and the brochure

fixated on the descriptions

camellia pearl brooch, and the other a conch shell pendant, both described as exquisitely beautiful

closed the brochure and stated in a flat tone, “Inform Miss Smith that I will be there

leaning on the

knew it!" Within the confines of his office, Edwin found

blink of an eye,

Edwin changed into a

handsome and impeccably groomed, his complexion enhancing

been a magnet for attention wherever he went. Despite rumors swirling about his relationship with Miss Smith, they hadn't officially announced their engagement, had they? A

to Edwin, dressed in a

Edwin, casually flipping through the invitation in his hand, asked with a hint

replied, “I'm not sure what you're getting at” Edwin chose to

not a woman who seems resentful and constantly complains. We should

Vanessa blurted out, feeling

“At the moment, I have no such needs. If you feel compelled, you're free to seek companionship elsewhere to fulfill your needs. Just be cautious not

thing that you realize what kind of person I am sooner

Library However, out of the corner of her eye,

cheek. Her initial intention had been to kiss his lips,

his displeasure

wearing a smoky grey

a wide neckline that gracefully exposed her delicate neck, and her slim waist could easily be cradled

elegantly swept up, adorned with a magnolia

presence, thinking that she embodied the verse from a poem, “raven

Coincidentally seated right beside Edwin, Laura finally noticed him, her complexion turning

placed an arm around Laura's waist and

see. We'll be relying on your strong support for Laura's designs

“Certainly.” Dylan chuckled as he and Laura settled into their seats, his arm casually draped

go of her hand but leaned in to whisper something in her

avoid Edwin's gaze, found it

seat away, separated by Dylan. She could even catch

Dylan, sensing her distraction, looked down

made an effort with her makeup

and radiant, her thick lashes making her more like a doll, adding to her

reached out, taking her

leave if you're uncomfortable here,” he

Laura shook her head.

no need to

Edwin shared a past, true,

too large nor too small a city,

couldn't hide every time their

further. He continued to hold

he removed his jacket and draped

him a soft smile, their eyes

averted his gaze as

Laura's design! Edwin, you should support her; you're almost like a younger brother to her after all,” Vanessa said

however, was not

design your

it would only be as her older brother, nothing less.” Vanessa, deciding not to embarrass herself further, clenched her fingers and remained

the pendant, starting the bidding

was exceptional, featuring a striking purplish-pink conch shell at its center, surrounded by small diamonds

offered 1.3 million, but Edwin quickly upped it to 1.5 million. That bidder

who typically would have stepped back in such situations, surprisingly bid 3

thrilled. Designer pieces often fetched high prices, and they had only expected 2

was at a staggering 3 million and

bid to 5 million, causing a stir among

not to be outdone, immediately countered with

casually offered 20

signs of unease. Vanessa hoped Edwin would secure the bid for her, yet she was wary of Laura drawing too much attention. Just as

and one dollar,” a

to identify the bidder, all

silent upon

Fowler, a rising star in the legal field and rapidly gaining a reputation comparable to her father, Waylen

during a break, stood in her formal attire. She gracefully walked towards the front row, the sound

up,

really like this piece. You wouldn't compete against me, right?” Edwin, familiar with Alexis’s ways of handling things,

mind, do you?” Vanessa, though a formidable woman herself,

shrewdness, and in Duefron, it was

the necklace. She then approached Laura, delicately fastened the necklace around her neck, and chuckled at the

roll his eyes