Cecilia remained silent for a moment before asking, "Why did you allow her to stay by your side for the past few years?"

This question got Mark.

Why didn't he drive Cathy away? Well, at that time, Mark thought he and Cecilia couldn't be together. Besides, he didn't want to make things difficult for Cathy given their past relationship. He didn't love Cathy. But still, he wouldn't drive her into a corner.

However, his way of dealing with Cathy ignited a conflict between him and Cecilia.

Mark opted not to defend himself and gently stroked Cecilia's hair, apologizing, “It's all my fault."

Cecilia was choked with sobs.

She understood he didn't do anything wrong back then. They had broken up at that time, and he had probably thought they would never be together anymore. Therefore, he didn't care about her feelings and let Cathy work by his side.

But now that they had reconciled, Cathy's presence still lingered.

Cecilia couldn't accept it, her anger soaring whenever she saw Cathy.

However, Mark had repeatedly stated that he never loved Cathy. With this fact in mind, she felt better. She turned her face away and, with teary eyes, said, "I don't want to talk to you tonight."

Mark wouldn't just sit by and watch her stay angry. He knew he needed to do something.

He slowly fastened his seatbelt and asked her softly, “So, are you willing to talk to me tomorrow morning?"

Cecilia snorted in response.

Mark gently touched her head and then drove back to the Evans' house without saying anything.

The Evans' house was brightly lit and filled with joy, all thanks to Zoey's efforts.

At this moment, Zoey hadn't gone to bed yet. She and Edwin were in the living room watching a football game on TV.

Cecilia got out of the car. She initially wanted to head straight to their room. But seeing Zoey was still in the living room, she had to greet Zoey however frustrated she was. Cecilia walked up to Zoey and greeted her before taking a seat beside her.

Zoey had sharp eyes and noticed Cecilia's red eyes and Mark's awkwardness with bags in hands. She guessed they had argued, but she feigned ignorance of it.

She put on her reading glasses and smiled.

“Oh, you've brought some new clothes for Edwin. Cecilia, why not take these clothes to my room? We can decide which one Edwin should wear on Christmas Day after taking a good look at them."