A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2291 He set the sketchbook aside, embracing her again.

“Do you believe in destiny? I used to doubt it, but now, I feel it's fate.” He had tried to escape these feelings, but ultimately, he couldn't.

So he decided to follow his heart and love her forever.

Edwin was grateful to have found his other half at a younger age, unlike his father. They were close in age, allowing them to walk together through life's journey.

He cherished this feeling.

Softly, he asked Laura if she loved him too.

Laura was taken aback.

She hadn't expected Edwin to express such feelings. In their past relationship, such words were never exchanged.

Holding her close, Edwin said, almost in a whisper, “The past is just that, the past. Back then, we were just seeing each other, but now, I want to spend my Life with you seriously. So, tell me. Do you love me, Laura?” He acknowledged his own demanding nature.

The level of emotion he put in, he expected in return.

Nothing less would suffice.

Laura, hesitant to express her feelings openly, toyed with his shirt button, whispering, “I'll tell you on our wedding night” Edwin responded with a deep, passionate kiss...

Yet, that night, he refrained from further physical intimacy.

Laura breathed a sigh of relief but also felt his behavior was unusual, almost like someone experiencing withdrawal.

Edwin playfully pinched her cheek.

“I'm planning a self-drive trip back to Duefron. We could enjoy a leisurely road trip on our way back” Laura's eyes lit up.

“Really? Is Olivia joining us?” Given that Olivia would soon be going to Duefron for college, Laura's question was natural.

Edwin chuckled softly near her ear.

“If Olivia's coming along, should we book two rooms or three?”

Chapter 2292 She rested on her side, her head nestled into a snow-white pillow.

Edwin's warmth enveloped her from behind.

She sensed his longing for her, yet she lacked the courage for such intimacy in his home. As the night deepened, his warmth intensified, becoming almost fiery to the touch.

Facing him, Laura lay down.

In a soft voice, she inquired, “Do you need to go to the bathroom and take care of that?" Angela's Library “Do you pity me?” Edwin teased. He drew her close, gently covering her eyes with his hand.

“Let's get some sleep. We need to rise early tomorrow.” Laura thought little of it and soon drifted off, her head resting on his shoulder.

Before dawn, Edwin stirred her awake.

“What's the matter?” Laura, rubbing her eyes, murmured sleepily, “It’s still so early.

Edwin rose to dress.

He had bathed the previous night and now, bare-chested, he began to don his trousers and shirt. His lean, muscular form caused Laura to avert her gaze.

Fully dressed, Edwin approached the bed, leaning over with hands braced on the mattress.

He affectionately pinched her nose.

“Today marks my Grandma's death anniversary. Our family tradition is to rise early for the rituals.

Dad will be cooking breakfast, and Olivia is likely already up.” Laura was unaware of this tradition.

She became anxious, clumsily getting ready. She softly asked Edwin, “Is my presence here a bother?” Edwin chuckled.

“After sharing my bed, you still wonder if you're a bother?” With cheeks flushed, Laura quickly dressed. Slipping into a sweater, her black hair curled within, her complexion glowed. Edwin watched, unable to resist, and leaned in for a kiss. He softly said, “I'll head out to help. Join us after freshening up.” Laura nodded in agreement.

With a gentle smile, Edwin left the room.

Chapter 2293 Once alone, Laura hastened to get ready. Despite her nerves and clumsiness, she felt a deep contentment. What mattered more than being with the one she loved? She stepped outside, prepared for the day.

Dawn was breaking, casting a gentle light over Evans Gardon, awakening it to life.

The kitchen buzzed with activity.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY Mark was at the helm, preparing breakfast, with Olivia lending a hand, showcasing her affectionate side.

Edwin, ever helpful, joined in the preparations.

Laura greeted them.

Mark looked up, his expression warm.

“Good morning, Laura!” Feeling a bit shy, Laura hummed her greeting, offering to help.

Edwin, however, suggested, “Why not water the marigolds in the yard? The kitchen'’s all smoky, not a place for ladies.” Olivia retorted, “I've been here all morning, and you didn’t mention the smoke to me." Edwin responded, “You insisted on staying. I couldn't stop you! But remember, one day your husband will look out for you.” Olivia playfully complained, “You get a wife and forget your sister.” She pulled a face and led Laura outside.

As they watered the flowers, Olivia, feeling the chill, decided to use hot water, thinking it would keep the plants warm.

Mark noticed and was aghast.

on plants!” He lamented, cradling a

Today's her day, and now her flowers are ruined.” Olivia blinked

a pause, Mark repotted the flowers, regretfully saying, “I'm not sure they'll survive.” He warned Olivia, “If they don't, you're getting a spanking.” Olivia wrapped her arms around his, gazing up

flowers? If you spank me, Grandma would be heartbroken. If you don't listen to her and cherish me, that’s disrespectful.” Mark

neglect your studies but pick up these

Mark sighed, embracing her.

both a young and a grown child in the house, he often

Laura watched them, envious.

her gaze, reminiscent of her childhood longing for

was grown and his son's wife, he had to maintain a

offered a gentle

a hint

breakfast, Edwin checked on Laura.

he asked

Laura shook her head.

her hair, whispering “Once we've paid our respects to Grandma and

the stairs. Her late awakening, usually inconsequential, seemed more apparent with Laura up

the day with a

Zoey, Laura

Zoey, causing Olivia to

Olivia, swiftly concluded his words, eager

however, wished to stay

considering his son's desire for privacy,

with festive

butler and servants loaded these into Edwin's

beckoned Laura

followed. Inside, Mark

now, are you?" He paused, then tenderly

study, closing the door

tea, filling the

opposite him, visibly

then.. I understand.” Mark could only muster a wry smile. He lit a cigarette, holding it without smoking, his gaze distant,

“In the end, we still end up as family.” Looking at Laura, he remarked, “Edwin is quite fond of you. He's stubborn, just like me. He wouldn't have

arranged items: two property deeds, a jewelry box, and a

this as my welcoming gift for you. And this...” He opened the jewelry box to reveal a ruby set, its deep red hues

Mark spoke softly.

wears it on important occasions, but when Edwin brought

stood and gently patted

She's just too shy

2296 Laura

Mrs. Evans.” Mark stroked her hair,

snapping back to reality, he said, “Go to Edwin. He's waiting.” Laura, clutching her gifts, found Edwin by the car, dressed sharply in

handed him the gifts from

car, and then caressed her face, teasing, “About to

“Go say goodbye to my Mom. Okay?”

her son but quickly masked

Laura knocked gently.

Cecilia

“Leaving already?” Laura nodded.

her book,

drive safely. I'm tied up with the family and Mark... I can’t watch over you two. You two need to fend

Cecilia dismissed her.

hesitated, prompting Cecilia to ask, “What's wrong?” Suddenly, Laura hugged her,

tender-hearted, felt her defenses melt. She softly said, “Alright, Mark told you everything. Be happy with Edwin. I'L talk to Lina about formalizing the wedding date and everything else”

pain, yet her acceptance

lingered, not wanting

silence, Cecilia's

me, just stay with Edwin and never leave him.” She understood her son's nature; once he committed his

the only promise

Laura's eyes as she nodded

with

daughter too.

eyes brimmed with tears,

from the stairwell. Edwin had

tears, he chose not to

an arm around her in a comforting gesture, whispering softly,

the stairs before he

we remember Zoey, not me.”

a lightness in

I'll ask Dad to come and cheer you up.” Cecilia shot back

downstairs and joined

eyes still red, and tenderly wiped

little rabbit when you cry.” Laura turned her face, a hint of embarrassment in

the

figure shrank in the distance. Edwin held Laura's hand gently,

talked about Evans Gardon, his family,

Then, he spoke softly.

years, I'll need to return to Czanch. It's quieter than Duefron. Would you be okay with that?” Laura agreed internally but hesitated to

another city, stopping for a meal before continuing

night, they stayed in

they settled into a quaint guesthouse, surrounded by local eateries.

couple, they enjoyed a leisurely

returned to their room

Edwin, drawing closer