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.

come upstairs. We need to talk. And stop hiding behind your mother. You're 26! It’s time to stand on your own.” Edwin's smile

He's full-grown now, capable of his own decisions and mistakes.” Cecilia inquired, “What's

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

Mom,” he

blissfully unaware of the

can wait a few more years to have grandchildren. But honestly, I don't really want you to rush into marriage. Being

upstairs, Cecilia, still concerned, called out,

Edwin nodded in acknowledgment.

walked in, Mark sarcastically commented, “Relying on your mother has certainly made you confident! If you're so brave, then

happening with

a fan of Vanessa, but in

was not playing

lit a cigarette and

Unfazed, Edwin mirrored his father’s

other anymore, so we ended it” “Bullshit! Do you really

to a

door, and then

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

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

“You're the one who brought her into my life. If it weren't for that, I might be happily married to

eyes 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, each word resonating like a note on a piano. Mark looked at his son, almost

in women, to

clear that Edwin, too, had

countered, “I can't accept this. Not just for your sake, 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 Laura's personality.” Edwin's gaze fell, his voice soft

Have you ever considered that this might be the only

tone, even more composed

my own

stoic facade, but now, Mark could see not just pain but also confusion in

was a poignant moment he couldn't

His voice softened.

was known to indulge his children, but this issue

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

Cecilia was waiting, phone in

father had called

to this potential

as a mother perceiving Edwin's lack of feelings

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 concern in her voice brought a wave of sadness

that the woman he loved was Likely

some rest,” he said gently, masking his true

ascended the stairs, Cecilia's eyes followed him, filled

from view, she went into the study where she found Mark,

health.” Mark

a low voice, she informed him, “Thomas called. He wants to

Edwin and Vanessa.” Showing no sign of jealousy, Mark responded pragmatically, “Go see him.

her husband, ventured cautiously, “Mark, are you and Edwin

the sort; don’t overthink it." The next day, at Duefron’s most high-end restaurant, Thomas had

past relationship, though not culminating in marriage, had

to discuss

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

moment to consider his words before

in his heart, Cecilia. But you should know the combined influence of the Evans, Fowler, and Smith families would be

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

he said, “Perhaps I was being too materialistic.” His thoughts then drifted to Laura. After Vanessa had mentioned her, his brother Weldon had tasked him with addressing the situation. He remembered Laura was quiet

was also a deeper connection between

Laura, they would certainly oppose it, which would ensure Vanessa and Edwin's marriage arrangement

Cecilia, Thomas found himself struggling to reveal such news

veered away from the marriage topic, ending

Cecilia told Mark

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

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

scooped Cecilia up and gently tossed

was

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

scolded him as she pinched his

ointment from the bedside table, applying it gently

too enthusiastic, just a bit jealous after your lunch date with another man.” Cecilia felt

him closely, her voice playful yet

special in his heart. Has he spoken to you

idea of Thomas discussing such matters

revelation could have on Cecilia, Edwin, and

reassuring her, Mark made

understand,” came the reply

next day, the Smith family’s company stocks took a

criticism due to rumors of the Evans’ overseas subsidiary targeting

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