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.

He lamented,

favorite. Today's her day, and now her flowers are ruined.” Olivia blinked innocently, and Laura watched in

“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

favorite. Arent I more important than some flowers? If you spank me, Grandma would be heartbroken. If you don't listen to her and cherish me, that’s disrespectful.” Mark chuckled at her

studies but pick up these silly ideas easily.” Unperturbed, Olivia snuggled

Mark sighed, embracing her.

a grown child in the house, he often felt

Laura watched them, envious.

of her

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

offered a

felt a hint of

breakfast, Edwin checked on

he

Laura shook her head.

paid our respects to Grandma and eaten, we'll set off.” Laura

stairs. Her late awakening, usually inconsequential, seemed more apparent

day with

the tribute to Zoey, Laura stood

to Zoey, causing Olivia

concluded his words, eager for breakfast and the day's

however, wished to

Mark, considering his son's desire for privacy, raised

filled with festive goods

and servants loaded these into Edwin's

then beckoned Laura to

Inside, Mark

not afraid of me now, are you?" He paused, then tenderly

the study, closing the

tea, filling

opposite

Lina have taken good care of you!" Laura responded with a quiet “hm” and after a moment, added, “Back then.. I understand.” Mark could only muster a wry smile. He lit a cigarette, holding it without smoking, his gaze

softly said, “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

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

account. Think of this as

Mark spoke softly.

She adores it and only wears it on important occasions, but when Edwin brought you home, she said it would suit a young girl like you better.” Laura sniffed

turmoil, Mark stood and gently patted her back,

doesn't hate you or anything like that. She's just too shy to give this to you

2296 Laura

Mrs. Evans.”

grown so much.” Then, snapping back to reality, he said, “Go to Edwin. He's waiting.” Laura, clutching her gifts, found Edwin by

him the gifts from

and then caressed her face, teasing, “About to cry?”

and saw someone fleeting. He warmly suggested, “Go say goodbye to my Mom. Okay?”

her son but quickly

Laura knocked gently.

Cecilia feigned surprise.

“Leaving already?” Laura nodded.

her book, spoke

the family and Mark... I can’t watch over you two. You two need to fend for yourselves.”

Cecilia dismissed her.

off you go.” Laura hesitated, prompting Cecilia to ask, “What's wrong?” Suddenly, Laura

with Edwin. I'L talk to Lina about formalizing the wedding date and everything else” Laura

deep-seated pain, yet her

lingered, not wanting

a prolonged silence, Cecilia's

leave him.” She understood her son's nature; once he committed his heart, it was

only promise

eyes as

her voice rough with emotion, wiped her own

married, you're my daughter

and you must too.” Laura's eyes

the stairwell.

he chose not to interrupt, instead stepping outside

a comforting gesture, whispering softly, “Wait for me in the car.” With a nod, Laura leaned into

watching her descend the stairs before he entered his parents’ room.

Edwin. Today we remember Zoey, not me.” A mix of laughter and tears escaped

lightness in

you up.” Cecilia shot back playfully, “I'm perfectly capable of cheering

way downstairs and joined Laura in the

Laura, her eyes still red, and tenderly wiped

cry.” Laura turned her face, a

rolling down the window to

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

Evans Gardon, his

Then, he spoke softly.

than Duefron. Would you be okay with

to another city, stopping for a

they

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

any couple,

ten, they returned to their room for

drawing