Despite his outward composure, Mark was deeply affected.

He couldn't help but feel uneasy about the man sitting next to Cecilia.

Mark and Cecilia had missed their chance to rekindle their relationship two years ago. He had left resolutely, and there was no reason for her to wait for him.

But now that he had survived, he couldn't help but feel the yearning to be with her.

Mark wanted to smoke a cigarette, but his body wouldn't allow it.

Instead, he retrieved a candy from his pocket, which happened to be Cecilia's favorite.

He unwrapped it and placed it in his mouth.

The candy was sweet, reminiscent of Cecilia.

Mark had assumed control of the company.

Under Waylen's management, the company had seen steady growth in the past two years. But Waylen's energy had limitations, preventing him from initiating major reforms. Consequently, Mark spent three months reorganizing the company.

During those three months, Mark visited Olivia and Edwin every week.

Olivia had grown fond of Mark.

She consistently insisted on being held by Mark.

Mark noticed a divide between Edwin and himself. Edwin rarely addressed him as ‘dad' and seldom engaged in conversation.

Mark knew he couldn't rush things.

One day, Mark was at the Fowler residence with his two children, and Waylen happened to return.

Waylen took off his coat and comfortably settled on the sofa, observing Mark.

He thought that Mark appeared incredibly calm.

Mark was teaching his daughter to walk, but she was still unsteady on her feet.

Olivia tumbled to the floor after taking merely one step.