Chapter 2161 Yet, he opted to walk past them without confrontation.
Dylan's gaze grazed Edwin, but he chose not to acknowledge him, treating him as inconsequential.
It was only after he had walked a considerable distance and turned a corner that Edwin finally unclenched his fists.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtNeither Edwin nor Cecilia uttered a word.
After a prolonged silence, Cecilia remarked, “I believe | saw that child just now.” The mention of Laura remained a sensitive subject, so Cecilia always refrained from naming her directly.
Edwin tucked his hands into his pockets and offered a faint smile.
“Did you? | didn't even notice.” After obtaining the medication, Cecilia brought up Laura once more.
“I heard from Lina that she’s become a successful designer and even won a prestigious award.” Cecilia sighed wistfully.
“That's wonderful.” Edwin remained reticent, walking Cecilia back to the car, where Tina waited.
Tina was somewhat surprised.
“Mr. Evans, aren't you going back with us?” “I have some matters to attend to at the company. Mom, we'll have dinner together later,” Edwin replied casually. He leaned in, planting a kiss on Cecilia's cheek, eliciting a smile from her.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAngela's Library Cecilia couldn't resist a teasing remark.
“You should use that affection to find yourself a girlfriend. You're already 26 and have yet to engage in a serious relationship. You're not as skilled as your father in that department.” Edwin snorted in amusement.
“I'm leagues behind him." Cecilia affectionately touched Edwin's face and said, “The past is behind us. No need to dwell on it. Your dad wouldn't be pleased to hear you speak that way." Edwin smiled and closed the car door.
The black limousine gradually pulled away, and the smile quickly faded from his face.
Edwin found himself unable to explain the overwhelming melancholy that gripped him, nor could he rationalize the unease that flooded him at the sight of Dylan beside Laura.
After all, he had already severed ties with Laura, and it was only a matter of time before they each found solace in the arms of someone new.