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.

We need to talk. And stop hiding behind your mother. You're 26! It’s

mistakes.” Cecilia inquired,

about him. He's just experiencing a midlife crisis.” Finishing his meal at a leisurely pace, Edwin

Mom,”

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

But honestly, I don't really want you to rush into marriage. Being Grandma makes me seem so old!” Touched by her words, Edwin gave her a

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

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 her

“What's happening with you and

Mark wasn't a fan of Vanessa, but in some way,

was

keen insight, lit a cigarette and pointed at Edwin, demanding an

Edwin mirrored his father’s actions, lighting his

took a slow drag and replied calmly, “We do not have feelings for each other anymore, so we ended it” “Bullshit! Do you really think

to a

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

to be with her, have children with her, and that I have

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

for that,

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 for the

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

that Edwin, too, had

family’s, and for Laura's too. Think about it. If she joins our family and clashes with your

you ever considered that this might be the only love I'll ever have in my life?" He didn't attempt to

more composed

I'll sort out my own

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

father, it was a poignant moment

His voice softened.

known to indulge his children, but this issue

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

Cecilia was waiting,

had called her,

serious approach to this potential

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

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

his mother, aware that the woman he

You should get some rest,” he

ascended the stairs, Cecilia's eyes

study where she found

should smoke less, for your health.” Mark closed his eyes, a gesture

informed him, “Thomas called. He

sign of jealousy, Mark responded pragmatically, “Go see him. You saw how Edwin is. You know what to discuss.” His

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

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

past relationship, though not culminating in marriage, had ended

they were here to discuss the affairs of

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

took a moment to

the combined influence of the Evans, Fowler, and Smith families would be significant.” Slightly flustered, Cecilia responded, “I'm not

and innocent girl, uninvolved in the

his brother Weldon had tasked him with addressing the

a deeper connection between her and the Evans

connection with Laura, they would certainly oppose it, which would ensure

found himself struggling to reveal such

conversation eventually veered away from the marriage topic,

told Mark

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

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 well-wisher. Has your tolerance waned with age?” Mark defended himself, “Are you

Unable to resist the moment, he then scooped Cecilia up and gently tossed

was

still so spirited.” As Mark's hands wandered under her clothes, he teased her, “Age hasn't dampened

of their love — Afterwards, Cecilia playfully scolded him as she pinched his waist, “You really got carried away!” She contemplated taking a bath to soothe her

bedside table, applying it gently to her.

just a bit jealous after your lunch date

him closely, her

heart. Has he

of Thomas discussing such matters

revelation could have

her, Mark made a discreet phone

I understand,” came the

Smith family’s company stocks took

shareholders’ meeting, Vanessa faced harsh criticism due to rumors

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