A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2221-2230

Chapter 2221 “I can't even bring myself to raise my voice at her, and you think you have the right to humiliate her? Vanessa, there's no second chance for you.” With a definitive slam, he shut the car door, accidentally trapping Vanessa's fingers briefly, turning them purple.

Edwin then drove off, leaving behind a trail of Vanessa's curses.

About five minutes later, Edwin received an angry call from Mark.

“You idiot, do you think marriage is a game? Cancelling an engagement just like that? Get back here right now!” Mark's voice was laden with fury.

Edwin's grip on the steering wheel was tight, betraying the tension that contrasted with his seemingly casual tone.

“It's already what it is. My coming back won't change anything,” he said.

On the other end of the phone, Mark cursed in frustration, “Damn it!" Annoyed, Edwin ended the call abruptly. He pulled up to a red light, his car halting with a screech. As he watched the numbers on the traffic signal count down, his gaze was distant, lost in thought.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY He had made an effort.

After breaking up with Laura, he had tried to move on with Vanessa.

But even her beauty left him feeling nothing. The thought of a lifetime with her, even in a distant, separate living arrangement, didn't appeal to him.

He couldn't fathom having children with her.

Laura had been his first and only significant romantic experience.

They had shared many firsts. Everything had felt right with her, and he had never seriously considered anyone else. Perhaps his lack of interest in other relationships stemmed from being wholly satisfied by her.

Leaning back, Edwin's head thudded softly against the headrest.

A honk from a car behind him snapped him back to reality as the light turned green.

He drove on, reaching his company’s parking lot.

After parking, he hesitated for a moment before dialing Laura's number. She didn't answer, leaving him to wonder if she was upset or crying.

Running his fingers over his phone, Edwin was a mix of annoyance and confusion.

He decided to call Alexis. The phone was answered promptly.

“Take Laura out for dinner,” he said tersely.

Alexis responded with a light chuckle, “Why should I spending time cheering your girl?” Edwin's tone was frigid as he spoke. \

Chapter 2222 “Marcus has always been after a certain oil drilling project, hasn't he? I'll let him have it." Alexis, intrigued, asked, “But why should I get involved? That's a gain for Marcus.” Edwin's frustration was palpable.

“Just name your price, I'll meet it” Alexis agreed, much to his relief.

After the call, he sat lost in thought.

He knew his love for Laura was genuine, yet he also recognized the limitations of what he could offer her. Even without Vanessa in the picture, a future together seemed unattainable.

Walking into the company, he was met by Tina's surprised look.

She had expected him to be with Miss Smith for her wedding dress fitting.

Removing his coat, Edwin walked into his office.

“Bring me the file for the Zenith Corporation partnership.” Tina nodded.

While fetching the documents, she mused to herself about how love troubles often turned men into workaholics.

She returned with a substantial stack of paperwork.

Edwin delved into it, working until Tina reappeared at day's end with a complicated look.

“Mr. Evans, your father called. He's inviting you to dinner.” Without glancing up, Edwin quipped, “Has he become that gentle now?” Tina, feeling uneasy, hesitated.

Edwin prompted her to repeat Mark's message. Taking a deep breath, she relayed, “Mr. Evans said, ‘Tell that bastard son of mine to roll back here!™ Her delivery was hesitant, almost fearful of Edwin's reaction.

Edwin closed the file with an air of composure.

“That sounds more like him,” he commented, prompting a weak smile from Tina.

As he prepared to leave, Tina quietly informed him, “Miss Smith called several times. I told her you were unavailable.” Pausing, Edwin replied with a hint of appreciation, “Tina, you've just earned yourself a raise.”

Chapter 2223 Her face lit up with excitement.

He then made his way downstairs, got into his car, and drove home.

At home, Mark was dining with Cecilia, his tone reminiscent of his gentler, younger days. Edwin settled casually at the table and asked the maid for a plate. Midway through his meal, he caught his father’s stern gaze.

With a chuckle, Edwin teased, “Dad, you're always hovering around Duefron these days. Ever thought of checking in at Czanch? Olivia might be dating someone in secret while you're away.” Mark, unamused, shot back, “Don’t bring Olivia into this. You promised Grandma you'd settle down and continue the family line." Cecilia, unaware of the whole story, offered Edwin a piece of fish, glancing at her husband.

“Isn't this just a small lovers’ spat? We had our fair share of breakups back in the day. Maybe you should do some self-reflection.” Visibly irked, Mark pointed at Edwin.

And stop hiding behind your mother. You're 26!

mistakes.” Cecilia inquired, “What's he done now?” Mark, feeling somewhat embarrassed to discuss it, didn’t answer and instead hastily

worry about him. He's just experiencing a midlife crisis.” Finishing his meal at a leisurely pace, Edwin offered a

Mom,”

the

you to rush into

he prepared to follow his father upstairs, Cecilia, still concerned, called out, “Try

Edwin nodded in acknowledgment.

an interrogation. As Edwin walked in, Mark sarcastically commented, “Relying on your mother has certainly made you confident! If you're so brave, then stop using her as a shield.” For a moment, he

“What's happening with you

of Vanessa, but in

was not

of keen insight, lit a cigarette

wait!" Unfazed, Edwin mirrored his

other anymore,

to a

walked over and locked the door, and then turned to

love with Laura? That I want to be with her, have children with her, and that I have no interest in Vanessa? Or should I admit

his emotion, he shouted, “Edwin, have you lost your

one who brought her into my life. If it weren't for that, I might be

briefly, he said, “We can't change the past. I didn't bring her into this house for you to use her or toy with her emotions.” “Dad, I'm not playing games,” Edwin whispered, his voice soft but impactful,

Edwin had shown little interest in women, to the

was clear that Edwin, too, had

Edwin, but for our family’s, and for Laura's too. Think about it. If she joins our family and clashes with your mother, how will they coexist? You know

what about me, Dad? Have you ever considered that this might be the only love I'll ever have in my life?" He didn't attempt to argue

even more composed

“Let it be, Dad. I'll sort out my own issues after

this ordeal, Edwin had maintained a stoic facade, but now, Mark could see not just pain but

father, it was a poignant moment he

His voice softened.

his children, but this

wanted to say more, but Edwin interjected, “Let's just leave it there.” With those words, Edwin left

Cecilia was waiting, phone

father had called her, requesting

approach to this potential

a mother perceiving Edwin's lack of feelings for Vanessa, Cecilia faced a

you care about? Mark and I aren't overly concerned about family backgrounds. As long as she's likable, gentle, and sensible, that's all that matters.” The

he loved was Likely the last

rest,” he said gently, masking his

ascended the stairs, Cecilia's eyes followed him,

went into the study where she found Mark, smoking one cigarette after

for your health.” Mark closed his eyes, a gesture of silent agreement, as

low voice, she informed him, “Thomas

Edwin and Vanessa.” Showing no sign of jealousy, Mark responded pragmatically, “Go see him. You saw how Edwin is. You know what to discuss.” His response indicated a certain level of

observing her husband, ventured cautiously, “Mark, are you and Edwin keeping something from

it." The next day, at Duefron’s most

culminating in

they were here to discuss

I understand why you've asked to meet today, but Edwin isn't a child. Some decisions aren't ours to make. If we force our choice on him and they're

a moment to consider

in his heart, Cecilia. But you should know the combined influence of the Evans, Fowler, and Smith families would be significant.” Slightly flustered, Cecilia responded, “I'm not

years, deep down, Cecilia remained that sweet and innocent girl, uninvolved in the intricate

Laura. After Vanessa had mentioned her, his brother Weldon had tasked him with addressing the situation. He remembered Laura was quiet and reserved, much like Cecilia, and

a deeper connection between her and

found out about Edwin's connection with Laura, they would certainly oppose it, which would ensure Vanessa and Edwin's marriage

his own youthful feelings for Cecilia, Thomas found himself struggling to reveal such news

conversation eventually veered away from the marriage topic,

home, Cecilia told Mark her

Little of substance to share about the conversation she had with Thomas, instead mentioning the pleasantness of the restaurant and the remarkable

important business, not to reminisce about old times with Mr. Smith.” With a teasing tone, Cecilia replied, “We did have our dates back in the day, and you were quite supportive, even blessing me as a well-wisher. Has your tolerance waned with age?” Mark

resist the moment, he then scooped Cecilia up and

resistance was met

his shoulder, she murmured, “At our age, and you're still so spirited.” As Mark's hands wandered under her clothes, he teased her, “Age hasn't dampened your spirits, has it?" Cecilia's cheeks

she pinched his waist, “You really

table, applying it gently to her.

your lunch date with another man.” Cecilia felt a surge

him closely, her voice

someone special in his heart. Has he spoken to you about this?" Mark's heart

such matters with Cecilia

revelation could have on Cecilia,

made

the reply from the other

Smith family’s company stocks

Vanessa faced harsh criticism due to rumors of the

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