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

of his own decisions and mistakes.” Cecilia inquired, “What's he done now?” Mark, feeling somewhat

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

sorry, Mom,” he said

the

don't really want you to rush into marriage. Being Grandma makes me seem so old!”

Cecilia, still concerned,

Edwin nodded in acknowledgment.

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

“What's happening with you and

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

was not

insight, lit a cigarette

wait!" Unfazed, Edwin mirrored

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

to

and

I want to be with her, have children with her, and that I have no interest in Vanessa? Or should I admit that

emotion, he shouted, “Edwin, have you lost your mind?" Despite

met Mark's gaze calmly and said, “You're the one who brought her into my life. If it weren't for that, I might be happily married to

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

women, to the

it was clear that Edwin, too, had

rising temper, Mark 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

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

more composed than

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

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

it was a poignant moment he couldn't

His voice softened.

indulge his children, but this issue was

more, but Edwin interjected, “Let's just

waiting,

father had called her, requesting a

family’s serious approach to this potential marriage

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

backgrounds. As long as she's likable, gentle, and sensible, that's

woman he loved was Likely the last person Cecilia

some rest,” he said gently, masking his true

Cecilia's eyes

went into the study where she found Mark, smoking one cigarette

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

him, “Thomas

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

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

day, at Duefron’s most high-end restaurant, Thomas had

relationship, though not culminating in

Now, they were here to discuss the affairs of their

asked to meet today, but Edwin isn't a child. Some decisions aren't ours to make. If we force our choice

to

and Smith families would be significant.” Slightly flustered, Cecilia responded, “I'm not really into the business side of things. Mark

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

his brother Weldon had tasked him with addressing the situation. He remembered Laura

also a deeper connection

Edwin's connection with Laura, they

feelings for Cecilia, Thomas found

conversation eventually veered away from the

Cecilia told

instead mentioning the pleasantness of the restaurant and the remarkable dishes of the new

reminisce about old times with Mr. Smith.” With a teasing tone, Cecilia replied, “We did have our dates back in the day, and you were quite supportive, even blessing me as a

2227 Unable to resist the moment, he then scooped Cecilia

resistance was met with

Mark's hands wandered under her clothes, he teased her, “Age hasn't dampened your spirits, has it?" Cecilia's cheeks flushed with a

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

retrieved an ointment from the bedside table, applying it gently to her.

been a bit too enthusiastic, just a bit jealous after your lunch date with another man.” Cecilia felt a surge of warmth in

hugged him closely, her voice

he spoken to you about

of Thomas discussing such matters with Cecilia

revelation could have on

her, Mark made

the reply from the other end.

Smith family’s company stocks took

faced harsh criticism due to rumors of the Evans’ overseas subsidiary

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