Edwin's smile grew slowly.

Noticing Cecilia's inclination to intervene, Mark added firmly, "Don't baby him. He's full-grown now, capable of his own decisions and mistakes."

Cecilia inquired, "What's he done now?"

Mark, feeling somewhat embarrassed to discuss it, didn't answer and instead hastily made his way upstairs.

Cecilia turned back to Edwin and said reassuringly, “Don't worry about him. He's just experiencing a midlife crisis."