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

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

“Don’t worry about him. He's just experiencing a midlife crisis.” Finishing his meal at a

sorry, Mom,” he said

blissfully unaware of the situation, responded,

really want you to rush into marriage. Being Grandma makes me seem so old!” Touched by

Cecilia, still concerned, called out, “Try to have a nice conversation with

Edwin nodded in acknowledgment.

had set up what felt like an interrogation. As Edwin walked in, Mark sarcastically commented, “Relying on your mother

asked, “What's happening with you and

Mark wasn't a fan of Vanessa, but in some way, he believed Edwin's marriage would bring

was not playing

lit a cigarette and

wait!" Unfazed, Edwin mirrored his father’s actions, lighting

feelings for each other anymore, so we ended it”

to a grave

and locked the door, and then turned to Mark with a

her, have children with her, and that I have no interest in Vanessa? Or should I admit that marrying Vanessa ‘would

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

If it weren't for that, I might be happily married

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

shown little interest in women, to the point where Mark

was clear that Edwin, too, had fallen for

it. If

this might be the only love I'll

even more composed than before, conveyed

my own issues

had maintained a stoic facade, but now, Mark could

a father, it was a poignant moment

His voice softened.

children, but this issue was too significant to be brushed aside

wanted to say more, but Edwin interjected, “Let's just

was waiting, phone

called her,

to this potential marriage was clear, highlighting its

the gravity of the situation and as a mother perceiving Edwin's lack of feelings

asked Edwin, “Do you have someone 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

woman he loved was Likely the last person Cecilia

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

Cecilia's eyes

the study where she found

from his hand, she admonished softly, “You should smoke less, for your health.” Mark closed his

him, “Thomas called. He wants to

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

Edwin keeping something from me? Mark tenderly caressed her head, offering a

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

culminating in marriage,

they were here to discuss the affairs of

today, but Edwin isn't a child. Some decisions aren't ours to make. If we force our choice on him and they're unhappy, won't that breed

took a moment to consider his

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

sweet and innocent girl, uninvolved in the intricate world

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 and reserved, much

deeper connection between her and the Evans

clear-if the Evans family found out about Edwin's connection with Laura, they would certainly oppose it, which

Thomas found himself struggling to reveal

eventually veered away from the marriage topic, ending somewhat

Cecilia told

with Thomas, instead mentioning the pleasantness of

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

scooped

was

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

their love — Afterwards, Cecilia playfully scolded him as she pinched his

it gently to her.

bit jealous after your lunch date with another

her

heart. Has he spoken to you

of Thomas discussing such matters with Cecilia irked

this revelation could have on Cecilia, Edwin, and

made a discreet

Mr. Evans, I understand,” came the reply from the other end.

Smith family’s company stocks took

harsh criticism due to rumors of

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