With a deep breath, she opened the door.

Peter, noticing her red eyes, couldn't help but ask, “Why are your eyes red? Are you crying? If you cry, Mr. Evans will..."

Cecilia interjected, "He won't feel sorry for me. If I sign it, we will be strangers."

Peter considered expressing his thoughts but, in the end, chose not to.

He found himself in a dilemma as he genuinely wished to inform Cecilia about Mark's illness. He believed that this revelation might soften her heart, especially considering their deep feelings for each other.