Chapter 1907

Time stretched on before a faint smile emerged…

That night, he dispatched a generous message to Cecilia, wishing her luck on her blind date and offering apologies for the incident the previous night.

Cecilia responded with silence.

Reviewing the message, a wave of embarrassment overcame Mark, prompting him to set his phone aside.

Just as he prepared for sleep, the door creaked; a figure tiptoed in, burrowing under the covers and snuggling into Mark’s embrace.

It was Edwin.

In a gentle tone, Mark inquired, “Want to sleep here?”

Without a word, Edwin clasped Mark’s waist, seeking comfort.

Silence resumed as Mark stroked his son’s hair.

Sometime later, assuming Edwin asleep, Mark was startled when the boy murmured, “Mommy doesn’t care for those men.

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a rasp, Mark replied,

escaped Edwin before

Mark’s gaze rested on his son, his thoughts wandering

Yet, resentment lingered.

from seeking Cecilia out, learning through Edwin of her continued misfortunes in love, which

knock heralded his secretary, who announced

Evans, a Mr.

wishes to

Simon Lewis?

on Mark; Simon was the

appeal, Mark entertained dual motives: a chance to invest and an

offered cordially, “Please

have Cecilia deliver your check

paths

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