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! It’s time to stand on

inclination to intervene, Mark added firmly, “Don’t baby him. He's full-grown now, capable of his own decisions and mistakes.” Cecilia inquired, “What's he done now?” Mark, feeling somewhat embarrassed to discuss it, didn’t answer and instead hastily made

to Edwin and said reassuringly, “Don’t worry about him. He's just experiencing a midlife crisis.” Finishing his meal at

sorry, Mom,”

unaware of the situation,

really want you to rush into marriage. Being Grandma makes

follow his father upstairs, Cecilia, still concerned, called out, “Try to have a nice

Edwin nodded in acknowledgment.

felt like an interrogation. As Edwin walked in, Mark sarcastically commented, “Relying on your mother has certainly made you confident! If you're so brave,

“What's happening with you

Vanessa, but in some

was not playing

lit a cigarette and pointed at Edwin, demanding an

mirrored his

do not have feelings for each other anymore, so we ended it” “Bullshit! Do

demeanor shifted to

door, and then turned to Mark

her, and that I have no interest in Vanessa? Or should I admit that marrying

have you lost your mind?" Despite his father’s outburst,

weren't for that, I might be happily married to someone else by now, not

you to use her or toy with her emotions.” “Dad, I'm not playing games,” Edwin

years, Edwin had shown little interest in women, to the point where Mark wondered about his

clear that

Think about it. If she joins our family and clashes with your mother, how will they coexist? You know Laura's personality.” Edwin's gaze fell, his voice soft yet

ever considered that this might be the only love I'll ever have in

tone, even more composed

2225 “Let it be, Dad. I'll sort out my own issues

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

a father, it was a poignant moment

His voice softened.

indulge his children, but this issue was too significant to

just leave

waiting,

had called

Smith family’s serious approach to this potential marriage was

the situation and as a mother perceiving Edwin's lack

aren't overly concerned about family backgrounds. As long as she's likable, gentle, and sensible, that's all that matters.” The concern in her voice brought

the woman he loved was Likely the

Mom. You should get some rest,” he said gently, masking his true

Edwin ascended the stairs, Cecilia's eyes

into the study

smoke less, for your health.” Mark closed his eyes, a gesture of silent agreement, as Cecilia massaged his shoulders.

informed him,

Edwin and Vanessa.” Showing no sign of jealousy, Mark responded pragmatically, “Go see him. You saw how Edwin is. You know

Cecilia, observing her husband, ventured cautiously, “Mark, are you and Edwin keeping something from me? Mark tenderly caressed her head,

overthink it." The next day, at Duefron’s most high-end restaurant, Thomas

relationship, though not culminating in

to discuss the affairs of their children.

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 his

of the Evans, Fowler, and Smith families would be significant.” Slightly flustered,

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

thoughts then drifted to Laura. After Vanessa had mentioned her, his brother

deeper connection

connection with Laura, they would certainly oppose

Thomas found himself struggling to reveal

from the marriage topic,

home, Cecilia told

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

times with Mr. Smith.” With a teasing tone, Cecilia replied, “We did have our

moment, he then scooped Cecilia up and gently tossed her onto

resistance was met

under her clothes, he teased her, “Age hasn't dampened your spirits, has it?"

love — Afterwards, Cecilia playfully scolded him as she pinched his waist, “You

table, applying it gently to her. His voice was soft and

might have been a bit too enthusiastic, just a bit jealous after your lunch date with another

hugged him closely, her voice playful

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

of Thomas discussing such matters with

revelation could have on Cecilia,

Mark made a discreet phone

Mr. Evans, I understand,” came the reply

next day, the Smith family’s

due to rumors of the Evans’ overseas subsidiary targeting

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