Chapter 2241 Mixed emotions played across Peter's face as Edwin, holding gifts, stood before him.

“Happy birthday, Uncle peter,” Edwin said respectfully.

On such a significant day, Peter couldn't afford to lose his composure.

He managed a strained smile.

“Suddenly, I don't feel so happy anymore!” In front of the guests, he couldn't embarrass Mark. He quickly directed the servants to discreetly remove the conspicuous gifts.

Then, lowering his voice, he asked Edwin, “Have you lost your mind, young man?” Edwin's eyes sought Laura.

After a moment, he murmured, “I'm serious.” Peter worked to control his rising anger. Just then, Lina approached.

He shot her a piercing look.

She must have known all along and kept it from him! Lina responded with a cold scoff.

“The foolish one is you!” ANGELA'sLIBRARY Peter held back his anger and ushered the Evans family inside. As they passed by Laura, she stiffened, unable to meet Edwin's gaze.

Edwin remained silent, but as they brushed shoulders, his fingers lightly touched hers.

Laura bit her lip.

Meanwhile, Cecilia, oblivious to the situation, whispered to Mark, “Laura looks lovelier than before. You know so many people, Mark. You should find her a good match.” Mark replied with a hint of meaning, “I don't really know anyone more outstanding than our own son.” Cecilia, not understanding the implication, felt a surge of pride of her son.

She had brought up her children well.

Mark gazed at his wife's innocent look, his emotions a complex mix of affection and nostalgia. He loved her simplicity, a trait nurtured by his indulgence over the years.

Penney was sharp-witted.

She immediately picked up on the tension between Edwin and Laura.

Chapter 2242 Knowing about the families’ connections from her husband, she now saw an opportunity to deepen her involvement.

Coming from a distinguished background, she kept Cecilia engaged in light conversation, also taking great care of little Olivia.

The villas hall was alive with festivities. Western music played in the background, local renowned singers performed love songs, creating a blend of weird harmony.

Laura felt uneasy.

As Edwin approached, she didn’t want to confront him in front of others, so she retreated upstairs.

She was relieved that no one came to bother her.

In the evening, there was a knock at the door.

“Miss Laura, your mother sent some food for you,” came a voice.

“Please come in,” Laura responded softly.

The door opened, revealing not a servant but Edwin.

He held a tray and quietly closed the door with his foot, observing her silently.

Laura rose slowly, her heart pounding with a mixture of confusion and nervousness.

Edwin's voice, deeper and softer than she remembered, broke the silence.

“Are you going to avoid me forever?” “I'm not,” she replied quietly.

“That's good. Why don't you eat something?” he suggested, setting the tray down.

As Edwin straightened up, their eyes locked.

Laura's Lips trembled slightly.

She was baffled by his presence. He had left her once, and now, he was back and kept popping up in her life. This left her more baffled and scared than before.

Edwin took a step closer, gently cradling the back of her head and moving in to kiss her.

Their kiss was gentle yet filled with emotion.

Laura's response was hesitant, her lips quivering as she took a step back.

Edwin, however, held her closer, deepening the kiss with a passion that spoke volumes of his feelings.

Startled, Laura found herself still in his embrace, his intentions clear.\

Chapter 2243 When she found it hard to breathe, she pushed him away. Both were left breathless, Edwin's face showing the flush of intense emotion.

“My Dad has agreed,” he said, looking at her earnestly.

Laura's complexion turned pale, and she trembled visibly. She had harbored feelings for Edwin once, drawn to everything he was. But upon learning his true identity, she had never allowed herself to dream of a future with him.

There was an internal struggle within her.

Laura averted her eyes, taking a moment before meeting his gaze again.

“Mr. Evans, I don’t understand what you mean.” “I want to be with you. I want to marry you,” he stated plainly.

Laura offered a faint smile, her voice soft.

“But I can't. I liked you, Edwin, but I can’t imagine being with Uncle Mark's son. I'm sorry, but I just don’t have the courage to even dream of it.” ANGELA'sLIBRARY If she had known who he was from the beginning, she would have walked away without waiting for him to leave her.

Life wasn't a fairy tale, especially not for her.

Her dreams of fairy tales had been shattered long ago.

Edwin was visibly taken aback by her firmness.

of surprise. Laura, always gentle, asked him

right for us to be seen like this." Edwin reached out, touching

don't believe you've forgotten us,”

her slender shoulders down to her waist. Laura had

was slightly perspiring, the effect was even more striking,

remind her that their physical connection,

kiss deepened, growing more passionate by the second.

of the bedroom, Edwin found himself struggling to contain his desires. After being separated from Laura for so long, he held her delicate form and was consumed by a burning feeling, yearning

torn by conflicting

had feelings for

Yet, as their bodies pressed together, the weight of their disparate backgrounds and the

want this?" Edwin traced with his tongue the path of her teardrops as he

he captured her lips once

window, in that instant, fireworks sparked in a brilliant display of light and

light upon the darkness. Amidst the enthusiastic chatter of onlookers reveling in the fireworks display, Olivia's voice faintly

“Wow!” she exclaimed.

held Laura close, their youthful countenances beautifully

ceased

upon the window, her thoughts

to surrender, Edwin breathed

Olivia absolutely charming? Can you picture her as your

found herself enveloped in his embrace, her face pressed against his pristine white

head, she saw Edwin's

Laura grappled with the undeniable

Edwin remained steadfast,

leaned in closer, his eyes brimming with an overwhelming sense of possession as he inquired softly, “Shall we go out

she retorted, her

scrutiny

by a woman. Despite their time together, even cohabitation, he

instincts stirred softly,

Suddenly, she felt uneasy.

2245 And irritation bubbled up within her,

privilege to walk away whenever he pleased, only to return whenever he missed her? Why did she have to be his plaything? Didn't

hold

the couch, draping it over her shoulders

you out to see the

different staircase from the second floor, leading

to step into

“Well, if we don't go, I might just get even crazier. How about we give

was so gentle; it must have been sheer frustration

her slap lacked force, a mere brush

refrained from touching his cheek. Instead, he ran his tongue across the wall of his

into it? Are you concerned about hurting me?” He couldn't resist the urge to tease her, but

into the car, he followed suit and swiftly pulled

near the villa's gate, the

amidst all

He then retrieved two packs of cigarettes from the glove compartment and

stammered, “Mr. Evans, you're too kind! How can I possibly accept your cigarettes?” Despite his words, he accepted

Edwin's smile widened.

work pays off." He then closed the window and steered the sleek black Rolls-Royce out

carefully stowed them away. Then, in a sudden burst of realization, he exclaimed, “Did I just see that correctly? Was it Miss Laura in the car?” Laura and Edwin together?!

Should he report it, even though he had accepted Edwin's offering of cigarettes? He could

far, leaving the familiar

a glance at

the car had

he had been actively pursuing her, it

were lovingly prepared by him, and she hadn't clung

scarce, held

day, Edwin yearned to take her

had managed to preserve its old town with exceptional care, and its street food was renowned for

at a red light, Edwin checked

was soft and

nice food. Olivia has mentioned it a few times. Would you like to give it a try?” Laura had been reluctant to

unruffled,

all, he still possessed the finesse of a

understanding of her temperament and her penchant for silence, qualities

lot, Edwin brought the car to

remained seated, unmoved.

She protested, “You go ahead!

2247 Edwin couldn't help but

childlike

he set his mind to something, he could

often exhibited a far

appearing diminutive, found her

tenderly drew her close, enveloping

he closed the car

to behave only when I'm holding you like this, don't you? Edwin, resplendent in his well-tailored suit and beside his Luxurious car, cradling a girl in his arms, had already drawn the attention

warmth crept into Laura's cheeks as she

“Release me,” she insisted.

draped his arm

air bore a biting chill, with delicate snowflakes gently descending. Czanch's damp cold possessed a distinct character,

Edwin offered

dress. Then I could wrap you in my coat like a little kangaroo.” It was an affectionate comment, and Laura, not devoid of sentiment, couldn't help

her emotions beneath

descended gracefully upon

immersed in a distinctive romance. The bright lights from the

Laura couldn't shake her apprehension about being

her to a bustling eatery; however, all the seats

were no tables available at the

in the cold,

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