Chapter 1971

The sudden heat startled him.

Alarmed, Edwin noted the fevered flush on Mark’s face.

His intention to call the servant halted as the door swung open.

Cecilia’s voice echoed with concern.

“How’s Edwin? Is Mark still here?”

As the servant stirred a pot of light yet nutritious soup, she chimed in, “The boy’s fever broke.

Mr.

Evans has been by his side all night.

Last night’s rain was fierce, and I noticed he had a cut on his forehead.

Cecilia hastened inside.

though wan, looked

enveloped him, relief

Edwin whispered,

He’s burning up.

Cecilia processed

she noted his damp hair

she laid her hand on his forehead, confirming

interjected, “He braved

He must’ve caught something.

It’s unfortunate.

Mr.

has always

What if…”

drained

he clung to

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