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.

plants!” He lamented, cradling a flower

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

they'll survive.” He warned Olivia,

spank me, Grandma would be heartbroken. If you don't listen to her and cherish me,

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

Mark sighed, embracing her.

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

Laura watched them, envious.

reminiscent of her childhood

grown and his son's wife, he

offered a

a hint of

Edwin checked on

he

Laura shook her head.

“Once we've paid our respects to Grandma and eaten, we'll

late awakening, usually inconsequential, seemed more apparent with Laura

the day with a slightly embarrassed

to Zoey,

sincerely to Zoey, causing Olivia to giggle

swiftly concluded his words, eager for

however, wished to

2295 Mark, considering his son's desire for

with festive

servants loaded these into

Laura to his

Inside, Mark smiled

not afraid of me now, are you?" He paused, then tenderly touched her head, just

the study, closing the door

tea, filling the room with

sat opposite

Mark could only muster

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

arranged items: two property deeds, a jewelry

in this account. Think of this as my welcoming

Mark spoke softly.

it on important occasions, but when Edwin brought you home, she said it would

turmoil, Mark stood and gently patted her back, his voice

doesn't hate you or anything like that. She's just

Laura

Mr. and Mrs. Evans.” Mark stroked her

He's waiting.” Laura, clutching her gifts, found Edwin by the car, dressed sharply in a white shirt, grey

him the gifts

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

say goodbye to my Mom. Okay?” Laura, often appearing younger around

hearing her approach, inwardly cursed her son

Laura knocked gently.

Evans.” Cecilia

“Leaving already?” Laura nodded.

returning to her book, spoke

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

Cecilia dismissed her.

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

happy with Edwin. I'L talk to Lina about formalizing the wedding date and everything else” Laura remained silent, crying in Cecilia's

recognized Cecilia's deep-seated pain, yet her acceptance for Edwin's sake was

lingered, not wanting to

prolonged silence, Cecilia's voice

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

only promise

Laura's eyes as

rough with emotion,

you're married, you're my daughter

too.” Laura's eyes brimmed with tears, reflecting

from the stairwell. Edwin had

he chose not to

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

her back reassuringly, watching her descend the stairs before he entered

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

sighed, a lightness in

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

his way downstairs and

glanced at Laura, her eyes still red, and tenderly wiped her tears, smiling

little rabbit when you cry.” Laura turned

the window to wave at

Edwin held Laura's hand gently, asking in a soft voice, “Do you

Evans Gardon, his

Then, he spoke softly.

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

another city,

night, they stayed

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

hands like any couple, they enjoyed a leisurely

ten, they returned to

Edwin, drawing closer during the