Chapter 2301 He stroked her head, offering, “If you miss me, come stay with me at my place. I'd love to see you every day.” Laura ate in silence, her voice barely audible.

“Seeing each other every two or three days is nice too!” Edwin found her modesty charming.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY He understood the value of space in a new relationship. They would be marrying soon and then, they would be together daily.

After dinner, Edwin busied himself with phone calls.

Some were personal greetings, others business-related.

Later, he received a call from Waylen.

“Uncle Waylen, yes, I'm with Laura! I'll be at work tomorrow!” He then acknowledged, “I'll bring her over for dinner.” After ending the call, Laura, who was watching a movie on the sofa, inquired slowly, “Must we visit tomorrow?” Edwin confirmed with a nod.

“Yes, Uncle Waylen invited us to dinner.” Laura's response was a simple acknowledgment.

Edwin playfully pinched her nose.

“You like Alexis, right? She'll be there too, Make sure to dress up nicely.” Laura hummed in response.

Edwin always felt a rush of warmth when she acted like this.

He leaned in, whispering in her ear, “Are you hurting down there?” Laura's cheeks turned red. She bit her lip, denying any discomfort.

“It doesn't hurt.” Edwin responded with a kiss...

Laura was reluctant to continue their intimacy in the living room, but Edwin was persistent, eventually convincing her. She ended up in his lap, sobbing softly.

His desire only intensified with her vulnerable side in full display.

Chapter 2302 Finally, at two in the morning, he released her. Laura, turning away, silently cursed his insensitivity.

Edwin, holding her shoulders tenderly, tried to console her.

“It's been so long, and I just couldn't stop. I wouldn't be much of a man then, would 1?" Laura remained silent, unable to contest Edwin's actions.

Content, Edwin held her close, coaxing her into sleep in his embrace.

Watching her curled up against him, he felt a deep fondness. She was small, delicate yet resilient in his arms.

The following day, Edwin woke early to prepare breakfast and lunch for Laura.

He ate his own breakfast quickly before heading to the office, greeted by his secretary, Tina.

“Mr. Evans!” she exclaimed, his mood lifting further.

Settling at his desk, Edwin announced, “Notify everyone, each employee coming in today gets an extra bonus.” Tina, sensing his good spirits, remarked, “Everyone will be thrilled! You're so kind, Mr. Evans!” Edwin, smiling warmly, instructed her, “Find a good wedding planner and a wedding dress designer. Coordinate with Laura on this” Tina agreed to handle it.

After she left, Edwin focused on his work until a call from Vanessa interrupted him.

Her weary voice asked, “Edwin, are you marrying her?” Displeased, Edwin responded with a warning, “Vanessa, let this go.” Despite her pleas and mention of her long-held feelings, Edwin remained firm, advising her to pursue her own path.

Edwin's voice held a note of warning as he spoke to Vanessa.

“If I were in your shoes, I'd let this go." Vanessa, agitated, countered, “But what about my feelings? I've had feelings for you for years, Edwin. Do they mean nothing?” As Edwin leaned back in his chair, rubbing his forehead, he replied, “Vanessa, that's something you have to deal with. If you had told me about your feelings earlier, I wouldn't have entered into a business relationship with you. We both have our own responsibilities; it's better to choose a path that benefits oneself.” He was puzzled by Vanessa's logic.

She was a strong woman; it was perplexing to see her lose her composure over emotions.

Chapter 2303 To Edwin, Vanessa was someone he not only lacked romantic interest in but also barely respected. He maintained contact with her solely out of respect for the friendship between the two families.

After a moment of silence, Vanessa ended the call.

Edwin set his phone aside and summoned his second secretary. He instructed her to block any future calls from Vanessa. Unaware of the latest developments, the second secretary relayed this directive to Tina.

Curious, she asked, “Wasn't Miss Smith supposed to be engaged to Mr. Evans?” Tina, pulling her aside, whispered confidentially, “That's outdated news. Mr. Evans is with Miss Thomas now. Yes, Miss Laura Thomas, the designer who's been his childhood friend. They're considering marriage, and Vanessa is no longer in the picture. Just be careful not to say the wrong thing and upset Mr. Evans.” The second secretary nodded, understanding the sensitivity of the situation. Despite her penchant for gossip, she discreetly spread the word by the afternoon.

The news quickly circulated throughout the entire company.

Later, Edwin left to pick up Laura at six.

Laura had been busy selecting gifts for her visit to the Fowlers.

She chose a scarf for Rena and a coral pen holder for Waylen, both of exceptional quality.

Yet, Edwin's attention was entirely on Laura.

She was dressed in a dark red woolen dress adorned with small cherry decorations, looking both petite and charming.

He assisted her with her coat and gently kissed her, complimenting, “You look beautiful!” As Laura took his hand and entered the car, the reality of being openly with him, even visiting his relatives together, felt surreal.

Edwin carefully fastened her seatbelt and noticed Laura looking at him thoughtfully.

He smiled softly, asking, “What are you thinking about?” In a soft voice, Laura shared, “Before, it was just my adoptive parents. Now, with you, it feels like I have so many more family members.” Edwin's expression turned somber.

He remembered Laura's challenging childhood and how he had mistreated her both then and later.

pondered this for

ease in Edwin's arms, reassured him gently, “Edwin, there's no need for

I still remember how you cried, scratching my back in your distress. I've never known someone so sensitive to pain.” Laura's cheeks flushed

Edwin had a way of bringing up the past to

hard to stay upset with him.

reaction only amused Edwin more. He continued to tease her in a low voice. Laura, growing slightly irritated, responded, “You just last two minutes at that time! Do you see me bring that up all the time?” Edwin was momentarily caught off

she retorted, “I wouldn't know! I haven't been with anyone else. Maybe you're just making this up!” Edwin let out a

and tonight, you'll wish you never said these things.” “Scoundrel!” Laura exclaimed, turning

car and

we're together, you should keep your distance from Dylan. You're not available anymore.” Laura didn't need reminding; her relationship with

felt a pang of guilt. Dylan had never pressured her, but

worth turning back for?” In Czanch, under the snowy sky, Edwin's

Edwin, and he wanted

Although she was with Edwin, Dylan still held a place in her heart, almost

a

hand, wishing Dylan would return to his own

black Rolls Royce pulled

area. As they arrived, he opened the door, making Laura

uncle was quite striking! She handed him the gifts and joined Edwin in addressing him as

her shoulder, grinning at

“Cecilia called this morning, telling us to prepare a big gift for our special guest!” he

of cigarettes and offered

villa, whispering, “Just don't let Rena catch us. She keeps a close eye on me. Ah, being handsome has its drawbacks;

often joked about his wife's strictness, but

words to heart, pondering whether she should allow Edwin more leeway with smoking, provided he wouldn't smoke like a

Edwin, noticing this, lightly touched her

everything Uncle

joking!”

with a slight

followed by someone unexpected-Leonel

Edwin was taken aback.

return was

aback. Over the past few years, Leonel had

hadn't crossed paths in two or three years

thriving life abroad, well-regarded on some financial institution where everyone

lightly to Laura, indicating she should go and

the initiative

nodded, stealing a glance at Alexis before making his way

feeling a bit uneasy, excused himself, leaving the two men to converse, and went

Edwin

drag. With the smoke swirling around, he asked, “Are you planning to marry her? Have

butt, glancing at Leonel with a

things with Alexis back then, your kids would be growing up by now.”

Edwin's tone softened.

mind? I've noticed neither you nor Alexis has had a partner these past few years. Any plans? Or will this go

I was young, I believed Alexis and

of the world. I realized that no one is irreplaceable.” He paused, and then added,

this. I feel content with my current life abroad.” Edwin remained silent, taking

the Fowler household. He had a rare blood type and Alexis

had indeed developed

didn't feel at ease with the Fowlers or with Alexis. Despite engaging

grasp

giving advice, believing Alexis

at her side would undermine

eager to

carefully peeling fruit, while

both Edwin and Leonel with her

time to serve the tea, Leonel instinctively stepped in

found Leonel’s behavior contradictory and continued

here with the Fowlers, why

was understandable why Waylen didn’t

of Laura and Alexis’

putting his arm

playfully teased, “Edwin, you're an

be watching cartoons at your age?” Alexis

back, saying, “Laura Loves watching this!” Angela's Library Alexis giggled, playfully resting her chin on her hand as she teased, “Oh, so it’s for Laura, huh?” She then generously tossed the remote control to Edwin, jesting,

touch embarrassed, gently pulled

Having grown up there, Edwin

side,

This added to Laura's discomfort, especially since Edwin

her, Lightening

Alexis playfully nudged him.

Edwin

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