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.

behind your mother. You're 26! It’s time

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

just experiencing a midlife crisis.” Finishing his meal

sorry, Mom,”

unaware of the situation, responded, “It's okay.

wait a few more years to have grandchildren. But honestly, I don't really want you to rush into marriage. Being Grandma makes me seem so

concerned, called out, “Try

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, then stop using her as

“What's happening

fan of Vanessa,

Edwin was not playing

insight, lit a cigarette and pointed

make me wait!" Unfazed, Edwin mirrored his

slow drag and replied calmly, “We do not have feelings for each other anymore, so we

demeanor shifted to a

door, and then turned to Mark with

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

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

life. If it weren't for that, I might be happily married to someone else by

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

little interest in women, to

that Edwin, too, had fallen

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

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

composed

it be, Dad. I'll sort out my own issues after Laura's married.” Mark was taken

facade, but now, Mark could see not just pain

it was a poignant moment

His voice softened.

this issue was too significant to

“Let's just leave it there.” With those words, Edwin left

waiting, phone

called her, requesting

serious approach to this potential

mother perceiving Edwin's

softly 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 matters.” The concern in her

embraced his mother, aware that the woman he loved was Likely the

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

the stairs, Cecilia's eyes

from view, she went into the study where she found

your health.”

voice, she informed him, “Thomas called.

of jealousy, Mark responded pragmatically, “Go see him. You saw how Edwin is. You know

“Mark, are you and Edwin keeping something from me? Mark

at Duefron’s most high-end restaurant, Thomas had arranged a private room for a

not culminating in marriage, had ended on good

they were here to discuss the affairs of

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

moment to consider 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 really into the business side of things. Mark rarely

deep down, Cecilia remained that sweet and innocent

Vanessa had mentioned her, his brother Weldon had tasked him with addressing the

was also a deeper connection between her and the Evans

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

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

conversation eventually veered away from the marriage

home, Cecilia told Mark

with Thomas, instead mentioning the pleasantness of the restaurant and the remarkable dishes

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

2227 Unable to resist the moment, he then scooped

playful resistance was met with

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

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

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

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

her voice

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

idea of Thomas discussing such matters

the potential fallout this revelation

Mark made a discreet

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

day, the Smith family’s

a shareholders’ meeting, Vanessa faced harsh criticism due to rumors of

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