Chapter 2040 After some time, he stepped out, carrying an empty plate.

The night wasn't deep yet. Inside, Cecilia and the kids were present, but Mark found solitude on the balcony, the night wind his silent companion.

An urge to smoke rose within him, but his health wouldn't permit it.

Never had he felt more acutely the changes time brought; he had lost much, while Cecilia seemed to continually gain.

The other night, Cecilia had finally called him “Uncle Mark” once again, but they were no longer who they used to be.

let the cool breeze alleviate his

sliding open then

Cecilia stood there.

silk robe, her long hair cascading over her shoulders, she

him from

on your

and looked down, his hands tenderly caressing her hair, but he

soft tone, she said, “Mark, it's been eight years since we've known each other. Times change, and so do we.

console or persuade me?” Cecilia playfully nibbled at his Adam's

not allowing her to move away. Leaning her against the ornate balcony railing, he kissed her deeply, savoring the moment

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