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

a pause, Mark repotted the flowers, regretfully saying, “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,

spank me, Grandma would be heartbroken. If you don't listen to her and cherish me, that’s disrespectful.” Mark chuckled

You neglect your studies but pick up these silly

Mark sighed, embracing her.

a grown child in

Laura watched them, envious.

caught her gaze, reminiscent of her

was grown and his son's wife, he

offered a gentle

a hint

breakfast, Edwin checked on Laura.

wrong?” he asked

Laura shook her head.

hair, whispering “Once we've paid our respects to Grandma and eaten, we'll set off.”

late awakening, usually

greeted the day with a

the tribute to Zoey, Laura stood beside

Zoey, causing Olivia to giggle

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

wished to stay

considering his son's desire

with festive

servants loaded these

Laura

Inside, Mark smiled

are you?" He paused, then

study, closing

filling the room

sat opposite him, visibly

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 returned to the moment, the cigarette

said, “In the end, we still end up as family.” Looking at Laura, he remarked, “Edwin is quite fond of you. He's stubborn,

neatly arranged items: two property deeds, a jewelry box,

prime locations. There's also two hundred million in this account. Think of this as my welcoming gift for

Mark spoke softly.

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

Mark stood and gently patted her back,

anything like that. She's just too shy to give this

Laura hummed her

Mr. and Mrs. Evans.” Mark

to reality, he said, “Go to Edwin. He's waiting.” Laura, clutching her gifts, found Edwin by the

handed him the gifts from

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

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

inwardly cursed her son

Laura knocked gently.

Cecilia

“Leaving already?” Laura nodded.

her book, spoke

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

Cecilia dismissed her.

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

Be happy with

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

not wanting

Cecilia's voice broke through

never leave him.” She understood her son's

was the only promise she

filled Laura's eyes as

rough with emotion,

you're married, you're my daughter

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

from the stairwell. Edwin

not to interrupt, instead stepping outside to

softly, “Wait for me in the car.” With a

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

me.” A mix of laughter

sighed, a lightness in

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

way downstairs

Laura, her eyes still red, and tenderly wiped her tears,

Like a little rabbit when you cry.” Laura turned her face,

chuckled, rolling down the window

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

about Evans Gardon, his family, and young

Then, he spoke softly.

years, I'll need to return to Czanch. It's quieter than Duefron. Would

to another city, stopping for a meal

night, they stayed

a luxury hotel, they settled into a quaint guesthouse, surrounded by local

hands like any couple,

Around ten, they returned to

Edwin, drawing closer during