Lina consoled Mark, "Why did you have to do this? There was still hope. Why did you have to push Cecilia away? It's hard to take back what you've said."

Mark lay there, his hand placed gently on his abdomen.

He had a severe stomach issue.

Even if the surgery was successful, there was no guarantee of the problem not recurring.

Mark was considerably older than Cecilia. He realized he couldn't provide much to her. Despite his efforts, the only thing he could offer was wealth, which was the last thing the Fowler family needed.

Setting her free was the best thing he could do for her.

Peter was sad.

“Why didn't you wait a bit longer? Maybe your perspective would change after you recover. Why are you so negative?"

“No, I can't wait. Peter, Cecilia was only 29 years old when we got together. And look at her; she's not as young now. If I delay her for a few more years, it will be tough for her to find a suitable partner."

When Mark spoke these words, he had no idea that Cecilia was just a wall away from him.

More so, she was carrying his child.

She had chosen to bear this burden alone while he granted her wish.

Sometimes, letting go could be cruel.

When they set each other free, she would welcome a new life, while he might end up alone.

But Mark had no regrets about his decision.

In the hospital room, the doctors urged Mark to undergo an operation as soon as possible.

However, he summoned a lawyer and drafted a divorce agreement in Cecilia's favor.

Mark gave Cecilia full custody of Edwin.

He offered cash and property, and even named Edwin as the sole successor to the Evans Gardon in Czanch.

He also specifically bequeathed the house on Gamous Road to Cecilia.