Unable to resist the moment, he then scooped Cecilia up and gently tossed her onto the bed.
Her playful resistance was met with affection.
Nestled against his shoulder, she murmured, âAt our age, and youâre still so spirited.
â
As Markâs hands wandered under her clothes, he teased her, âAge hasnât dampened your spirits, has it?â
Ceciliaâs cheeks flushed with a mix of embarrassment and delight.
What followed was a passionate expression of their loveâ
Afterwards, Cecilia playfully scolded him as she pinched his waist, âYou really got carried away!â
She contemplated taking a bath to soothe her soreness.
Mark retrieved an ointment from the bedside table, applying it gently to her.
His voice was soft and tender.
âI might have been a bit too enthusiastic, just a bit jealous after your lunch date with another man.
â
Cecilia felt a surge of warmth in her heart.
She hugged him closely, her voice playful yet curious.
âThomas mentioned Edwin has someone special in his heart.
Has he spoken to you about this?â
Markâs heart tightened at the mention.
The idea of Thomas discussing such matters with Cecilia irked him.
He knew the potential fallout this revelation could have on Cecilia, Edwin, and Laura.
After reassuring her, Mark made a discreet phone call.
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âYes, Mr.
Evans, I understand,â came the reply from the other end.
The next day, the Smith familyâs company stocks took a nosedive.
At a shareholdersâ meeting, Vanessa faced harsh criticism due to rumors of the Evansâ overseas subsidiary targeting their company.
Believing Edwin was behind it, she called him in frustration, âEdwin!
This is a harsh move!â
Edwin, sitting across from Mark, listened to Vanessaâs accusations but didnât refute them.
After the call, he turned to Mark, his brow furrowed in concern.