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 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

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

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

sorry, Mom,”

of the

more years to have grandchildren. But honestly, I don't really want you to rush into

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

Edwin nodded in acknowledgment.

up what 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

asked, “What's happening

fan of Vanessa, but

Edwin was not playing

a

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

anymore, so we ended it” “Bullshit! Do you really think I'm a fool?”

shifted to

and then turned to Mark with a

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 I admit that marrying

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

life. If it weren't for that,

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 as if seeing him

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

was clear that Edwin, too, had fallen

but for our family’s, and for Laura's too. Think about it. If

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

more composed

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

maintained a stoic facade, but now, Mark could

was a poignant moment

His voice softened.

his children, but this issue was too significant

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

was waiting,

father had called her, requesting a

this potential

situation and as a mother perceiving Edwin's lack of feelings for Vanessa,

I aren't overly concerned about family backgrounds. As long as

that the woman he

get some rest,”

stairs, Cecilia's eyes followed

she went into the study where she found Mark, smoking

admonished softly, “You should smoke less, for your health.” Mark closed his eyes, a gesture

low voice, she informed him, “Thomas called. He

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

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

it." The next day, at Duefron’s most high-end restaurant, Thomas had arranged a private room for a

in marriage, had

here to discuss the affairs of

attentiveness left Cecilia slightly uneasy. She said softly, “Thomas, 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 unhappy, won't

moment to consider his words before

Edwin, but it seems he has someone else 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 really into the business side of things. Mark rarely discusses such matters with me.” Thomas was taken aback, then

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

drifted to Laura. After Vanessa had mentioned her, his brother Weldon had tasked him

was also a deeper connection between her and the Evans

Laura, they would

feelings for Cecilia, Thomas found himself struggling to reveal

veered away from the marriage topic, ending somewhat

told Mark

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

replied, “We did have our dates back in the day, and you were quite supportive, even blessing me as a well-wisher.

scooped Cecilia up and gently tossed

playful resistance was met

clothes, he teased her, “Age hasn't dampened your spirits, has it?" Cecilia's cheeks flushed with a mix of

she pinched his waist, “You really got carried away!” She contemplated

applying it gently to her. His voice

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

her voice playful

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

discussing such matters

knew the potential fallout this revelation could

made a discreet

I understand,” came the

next day, the Smith family’s company

to rumors of the Evans’ overseas subsidiary

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