It was a night of a remarkable reunion. Cecilia couldn't help having a myriad of thoughts race through her mind.

Zoey took charge of the children.

She was setting up a small bathtub and a tiny bath towel in the yard for Olivia.

Olivia reclined in the bathtub, completely bare, her face brimming with pure joy.

Zoey assisted the adorable little girl in her bath.

Edwin skillfully poured water into the tub.

Cecilia bent her head to savor her wontons. Midway through the meal, Mark whisked her bowl away.

"You had quite the dinner. If you eat so much now, you'll feel overstuffed."

Then Mark settled down and dug into the leftover.

Cecilia felt a flush of embarrassment.

She expressed, "I'm simply concerned that Zoey might be upset."

Mark grinned.

"If you put on some weight, you might regret it later."

His words were tender, making it challenging for her to respond.

Cecilia gazed at Mark with an affectionate foolishness.

As they dined with decorum, Mark suddenly inquired, "Why do I sense you've been avoiding me lately?"

"I haven't."

She softly replied, "I've just been extremely busy."

Mark affectionately ruffled her hair and remarked, "Well then, keep yourself occupied. But when you're free, be sure to spend some time with me."

Cecilia tightened her lips, opting to remain silent.