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.

water on plants!” He lamented, cradling

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

they'll survive.” He warned Olivia, “If they don't, you're

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

you learn such nonsense? You neglect your studies but pick up these silly ideas easily.” Unperturbed, Olivia snuggled

Mark sighed, embracing her.

both a young and a grown child in the

Laura watched them, envious.

gaze, reminiscent of her

she was grown and his son's wife, he had

a gentle

felt a hint of

Edwin checked on

wrong?” he

Laura shook her head.

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

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

with

Zoey, Laura stood beside

sincerely to Zoey, causing Olivia to

concluded his words,

however, wished

Mark, considering his son's desire for privacy, raised no

with

loaded these

Laura to his

Laura followed. Inside, Mark smiled

are you?" He paused, then tenderly touched her head, just like

entered the study,

Mark poured tea, filling

opposite him, visibly

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 distant, lost in thought. By the

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 brought you here if he didn't truly care.” Laura

drawer, revealing neatly arranged items: two property deeds, a jewelry

this account. Think of this as

Mark spoke softly.

and only wears it on important occasions, but when Edwin brought you home, she said it would suit a young

stood and gently patted her

She's just too shy

2296 Laura hummed her

murmured, “Thank you, Mr. and Mrs.

to reality, he said, “Go to Edwin. He's waiting.” Laura, clutching her gifts, found Edwin by the car, dressed sharply in a white shirt, grey trousers, and a

handed him the gifts

caressed her face, teasing, “About to cry?” ANGELA'sLIBRARY

glanced at the house and saw someone fleeting. He warmly suggested, “Go say goodbye to my Mom. Okay?” Laura, often appearing younger around Edwin, promptly went

hearing her approach, inwardly cursed her son but quickly masked

Laura knocked gently.

Evans.” Cecilia

“Leaving already?” Laura nodded.

her

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

Cecilia dismissed her.

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

defenses melt. She softly said, “Alright, Mark told you everything. Be happy with Edwin. I'L talk to Lina about formalizing the wedding

recognized Cecilia's deep-seated pain, yet her

not wanting

a prolonged silence, Cecilia's voice

stay with Edwin and never leave him.” She understood

was the only promise she

Laura's eyes as she nodded

with emotion, wiped her own tears

my daughter too.

you must too.” Laura's eyes

footsteps sounded from the stairwell. Edwin had

chose not to interrupt, instead stepping

emerged from the room, he wrapped an arm around her in a comforting gesture, whispering softly, “Wait

her back reassuringly, watching her descend the stairs before he entered his parents’ room. Cecilia, hiding her emotions, dismissed

Today we remember Zoey, not me.” A mix of

sighed, a lightness

come and cheer you up.” Cecilia shot back playfully, “I'm perfectly capable

downstairs and joined

still red, and tenderly wiped

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

chuckled, rolling down the window to wave

they drove off, Mark's figure shrank in the distance. Edwin held Laura's hand gently, asking in a soft voice, “Do you like it

Gardon, his family, and

Then, he spoke softly.

It's quieter than Duefron. Would you be okay with that?” Laura agreed internally but hesitated to express it

city, stopping for a

they

hotel, they settled into a quaint guesthouse, surrounded by local eateries. After checking in, Edwin took Laura out for

like any couple,

they returned to their room

Edwin, drawing closer during the