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 a long

arms, reassured him gently, “Edwin, there's no need for guilt. I've moved past those memories.”

you even forgotten our first time together? I still remember how you cried, scratching my back in your distress. I've never known

a way of bringing up the past

hard to stay upset with

responded, “You just last two minutes at that time!

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

talking like that, and tonight, you'll wish you never said these things.” “Scoundrel!”

the car and

Dylan. You're not available anymore.” Laura didn't need

had never pressured her, but she felt she had let him

had asked her, “Is he worth turning back for?” In

Edwin, and he

with Edwin, Dylan still held a place

a marriage, one should

hand, wishing Dylan would return

later, their black Rolls Royce pulled

uncle, awaited them in the parking area. As they arrived, he

handed him the gifts and joined Edwin

her shoulder, grinning

prepare a big

out a pack of cigarettes and offered one to

close eye on me. Ah, being handsome has its drawbacks;

strictness, but deep down, he actually quite enjoyed it.

took his words to heart, pondering whether she should allow Edwin

contemplation. Edwin, noticing this, lightly touched

take everything Uncle Waylen

joking!”

with a slight

emerged, followed by someone

Edwin was taken aback.

return was a

aback. Over the

paths in

occasional, and Edwin was aware of Leonel’s thriving life abroad, well-regarded on some financial

lightly to Laura, indicating she should

took the initiative

nodded, stealing a glance at Alexis before making his way

excused himself, leaving the two

Edwin

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

the cigarette butt, glancing at Leonel

then, your kids would be growing up by now.” Leonel remained

Edwin's tone softened.

Alexis has had a partner these past few years. Any plans?

I believed Alexis and I

Library But after my time abroad, I've discovered the freedom and freshness of the world. I realized that no one is irreplaceable.” He paused, and then

to start this. I feel content with my

gaze held a mix of emotions. It was common knowledge why Leonel first entered the Fowler household. He had a

they had indeed developed a familial

He didn't feel at ease with the Fowlers or with Alexis. Despite engaging in several short relationships, none lasted more than a

quite grasp Leonel’s current

advice, believing Alexis deserved

at her

plenty of suitors in Duefron eager to pursue her!

fruit, while Rena was

Edwin and Leonel with her tender care and

came time to serve the

found Leonel’s behavior contradictory

uneasy here with the

Waylen didn’t seem overly enthusiastic

Laura were bonding well. Edwin might have felt jealous of Laura and Alexis’ rapport if

Laura, putting his arm around

teased, “Edwin, you're

at your age?” Alexis then attempted to change the

the remote 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, “In that case, I'l let you

feeling a touch embarrassed, gently pulled on

Having grown up there, Edwin acted Like a

other side, gracefully sipping

youngest. It’s only right they indulge you.” This added to Laura's discomfort, especially since

at her, Lightening

Alexis playfully nudged him.

Edwin affectionately

I've got plenty! Do you want a new one every week or every month?” Edwin

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