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

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

warned Olivia, “If they don't, you're getting a spanking.”

more important than some flowers? If you spank me, Grandma would be heartbroken. If you don't listen to her

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

Mark sighed, embracing her.

young and a grown child in the house,

Laura watched them, envious.

her gaze, reminiscent of her childhood

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

offered a gentle

felt a

checked

he asked

Laura shook her head.

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

the last to rise, descended the stairs. Her late awakening, usually inconsequential, seemed more apparent with

the day with

Zoey,

sincerely to Zoey,

indulgent of Olivia, swiftly concluded his words, eager for breakfast and

wished to stay

son's desire for privacy, raised

filled with festive goods

butler and servants loaded these

then beckoned Laura

Laura followed. Inside, Mark smiled

me now, are you?" He paused, then tenderly touched

obediently entered the study, closing the door behind

tea, filling the room

sat opposite him,

niece, remarking, “Peter and 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 distant, lost in thought. By the time he

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

items: two property deeds, a jewelry box, and

explained gently, “These apartments are in Duefron and Czanch, both prime locations. There's also two hundred million in this account. Think of this as my welcoming gift for you. And this...” He opened the jewelry box to reveal

Mark spoke softly.

received this from Rena. She adores it and only wears it on important occasions, but when Edwin brought you home,

her turmoil, Mark stood and gently

or anything like that. She's just too

Laura

“Thank you, Mr. and Mrs.

snapping back 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 sleek black wool

him the

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

at the house and saw someone fleeting. He warmly suggested, “Go say goodbye to my Mom. Okay?” Laura, often

cursed her son but quickly

Laura knocked gently.

Cecilia feigned surprise.

“Leaving already?” Laura nodded.

her book, spoke

and Mark... I can’t watch over you two. You

Cecilia dismissed her.

prompting Cecilia to ask,

with Edwin. I'L talk to Lina about

recognized Cecilia's deep-seated pain, yet her

not

Cecilia's

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

only promise she sought

filled Laura's eyes as she

Cecilia, her voice rough with emotion, wiped her own

you're my daughter too. Let's

you must too.” Laura's eyes brimmed with tears, reflecting her sorrow and

the stairwell. Edwin had

their tears, he chose not to interrupt, instead stepping outside to smoke.

the room, he wrapped an arm around her in a comforting gesture, whispering softly, “Wait for me in the car.” With a nod, Laura

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

not me.” A mix

a lightness in

and cheer you up.” Cecilia shot back

made his way downstairs and joined Laura

eyes still red, and tenderly

when you cry.” Laura turned her face, a hint

the window to

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

Gardon, his

Then, he spoke softly.

manage forever. In a few 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

drove for three hours to another city, stopping for

they

they settled into a quaint guesthouse, surrounded by

like any couple, they enjoyed a leisurely

returned to their room

cuddled against Edwin, drawing closer during