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

her flowers are ruined.” Olivia blinked innocently, and Laura watched in

sure they'll survive.” He warned Olivia, “If they don't, you're getting a spanking.” Olivia wrapped her

Grandma's 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

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

Mark sighed, embracing her.

and a grown child in the house, he

Laura watched them, envious.

caught her gaze, reminiscent of her

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

a

a hint of

checked

he asked

Laura shook her head.

affectionately ruffled her hair, whispering “Once we've paid our respects to Grandma and eaten, we'll set

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

greeted the day with a slightly embarrassed

to Zoey, Laura stood

Zoey, causing Olivia to giggle

his words, eager for breakfast

wished

2295 Mark, considering his son's desire for privacy, raised no

filled with

loaded

then beckoned Laura to

Inside, Mark

of me now, are you?" He paused, then tenderly touched her head, just

study, closing the door behind

Mark poured tea, filling the room with

opposite him,

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

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,

as my welcoming gift for you. And this...” He opened the jewelry box to reveal a

Mark spoke softly.

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

Mark stood and gently

you or anything like that. She's just too shy to

2296 Laura

you, Mr. and Mrs. Evans.” Mark stroked her hair,

“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 sleek

handed him the gifts

them in the car, and then caressed her face, teasing, “About

“Go say goodbye to my

inwardly cursed her son but quickly

Laura knocked gently.

Evans.” Cecilia feigned surprise.

“Leaving already?” Laura nodded.

to her

I can’t watch over

Cecilia dismissed her.

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

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” Laura remained

pain, yet her acceptance for

lingered, not wanting to

a prolonged silence, Cecilia's voice broke through

me, just stay with Edwin and never leave him.” She

the only promise she sought

Laura's eyes as she

with emotion, wiped her own tears

my daughter too.

too.” Laura's eyes brimmed

the stairwell. Edwin

tears, he chose not to interrupt,

room, he wrapped an arm around her in a comforting gesture, whispering softly, “Wait for me

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

Today we remember Zoey, not me.”

a lightness in his

you up.” Cecilia shot back

his way downstairs and joined Laura

eyes still red, and tenderly

Laura turned her face, a hint of embarrassment in her

the window to wave at

the distance. Edwin held Laura's hand gently, asking in a soft voice, “Do you like it here?” Laura

Gardon, his

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

city, stopping for a meal before

night, they

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

couple, they

to their room for

against Edwin, drawing closer during