Acknowledging him, Cecilia nodded.
A shadow crossed Peterâs face.
âWe overlooked Elaineâs previous actions, yet she betrayed our trust.
Thereâs only one route forward-ensuring she canât cause more issues.
â
Cecilia regarded Peter, She began to grasp the challenges Mark faced regularly.
Yet, just as quickly as it had appeared, Peterâs stern expression melted away.
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He casually mentioned, âThereâs an informant within the Evansâ estate in Duefron.
Mr.
Evans intends to keep his mother in the dark, fearing it might devastate her to learn someone sheâs trusted for decades has betrayed her.
â
Understanding the gravity, Cecilia nodded.
After their brief talk, Peter departed swiftly to address urgent matters.
Outside Markâs room, four bodyguards kept a vigilant watch, ensuring only select visitors entered.
Later that afternoon, Mark stirred awake.
Feeling the warmth of Olivia cuddling close, he met her big, expectant eyes.
âLunch,â she stated simply.
Checking the time, Mark realized it was already past two.
Concerned, he sat up, noting Edwinâs presence.
âOliviaâs been awake for a while,â Edwin remarked.
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The kids hadnât had lunch yet? He gently chided Edwin, who sat nearby, âWhy didnât you feed her?â
Feeling better, Mark carried Olivia to the restroom.
Once done changing her diaper, he planted a ki*s on her forehead.
Cecilia began setting out the meal.
Hungry, Mark was midway through when he paused, asking, âIs it okay for you to stay? What about the filming?â
Tossing her hair nonchalantly, Cecilia replied, âWeâre recasting a supporting role.
Filmingâs on hold for now.
â
Mark didnât press further.
Both were acutely aware of the looming issue with Elaine.
After taking a few bites, Cecilia whispered, âOnce I finish this drama, Iâm done with acting.
â
Mark met her gaze, sensing the gravity behind her words.