Chapter 2018: Chapter 2018

On Mark’s discharge day, with Cecilia still in Warsew, he reached out to her with a message.

Her succinct reply, “I see,” lingered in Mark’s thoughts for days.

Upon her return, while Mark’s hectic schedule prevented their reunion, he made sure to spend time with their children.

Subsequently, Cecilia’s talent was recognized with an award for a short film, leading her to Hondoae for the award ceremony.

By early autumn, when she returned, a month had elapsed since their last meeting.

The moment she landed, an influential figure from the entertainment world sought Cecilia’s assistance over dinner.

Recognizing the potential opportunity, Cecilia promptly readied herself, heading directly to the club, bypassing time with her children.

This industry magnate, known for her vast network, expressed interest in recruiting Harrison from Rena’s firm and hoped to Leverage Cecilia’s connections.

In the dimly lit private room, Cecilia listened carefully to the agent’s request.

After pondering for a moment, she responded with a smile, “Amelia, it’s not that I’m unwilling to assist.

However, you might need to discuss this directly with my sister-in-law or perhaps even my brother.

You see, Harrison— he’s unique in certain ways.

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She hesitated, unable to divulge the entirety of Harrison’s significance.

After saving Rena, he had earned Waylen’s profound gratitude.

Such was Waylen’s appreciation that he recently, and wholeheartedly, welcomed Harrison as his sworn son, even though Rena was against the idea.

Outside family circles, Waylen had taken on an almost patriarchal role towards Harrison.

Observing this, Cecilia sympathized with her sister-in-law.

It was evident to many that Waylen had a complex motive.

By converting a potential rival into his sworn son, he seemingly neutralized any competition.

Although everyone in the family had their suspicions, Waylen neither confirmed nor denied them.

Yet, his actions spoke louder, and the Moore family remained thankful for his tact.

Amelia, sensing the ambiguity in Cecilia’s answers, realized she might not get the help she sought.

However, she still gleaned some tidbits of information.

Meanwhile, Cecilia’s thoughts drifted towards her children, and after some brief pleasantries, she excused herself from Amelia.

Walking through the corridor, Cecilia clutched her phone, contemplating reaching out to Mark, especially given their long hiatus since their poignant night together.

Was it time to let him know of her return?

But as she deliberated, a door opposite her opened, revealing Mark, a hint of tobacco on him, mingled with a delicate women’s fragrance.

Peering inside, Cecilia observed a mixed gathering, among whom was Elaine, with an unoccupied seat beside her — presumably Mark’s.

Their eyes met, and in a hushed tone, Cecilia inquired, “Did someone seat you there on purpose?”

Without waiting for a response, she continued to the restroom.

She turned on the faucet, letting the water run over her hands in contemplative silence.