The two young lovebirds needed time to sort things out; after all, who could guarantee it would all work out?

Mark dismissed Edwin with a casual wave of his hand and muttered, "You're a nuisance! Go and see your Mom. She thinks you were out gallivanting last night, claiming you've gone wayward and lost your decency."

Edwin simply laughed, further infuriating Mark.

“Get lost! You rascal!"

Edwin proceeded to console Cecilia.