Chapter 2302 Finally, at two in the morning, he released her. Laura, turning away, silently cursed his insensitivity.


    Edwin, holding her shoulders tenderly, tried to console her.


    “It''s been so long, and I just couldn''t stop. I wouldn''t be much of a man then, would 1?" Laura remained silent, unable to contest Edwin''s actions.


    Content, Edwin held her close, coaxing her into sleep in his embrace.


    Watching her curled up against him, he felt a deep fondness. She was small, delicate yet resilient in his arms.


    The following day, Edwin woke early to prepare breakfast and lunch for Laura.


    He ate his own breakfast quickly before heading to the office, greeted by his secretary, Tina.


    ConTEent bel0ngs to N?v(e)lD/rama(.)Org .


    “Mr. Evans!” she eximed, his mood lifting further.


    Settling at his desk, Edwin announced, “Notify everyone, each employeeing in today gets an extra bonus.” Tina, sensing his good spirits, remarked, “Everyone will be thrilled! You''re so kind, Mr. Evans!” Edwin, smiling warmly, instructed her, “Find a good wedding nner and a wedding dress designer. Coordinate with Laura on this” Tina agreed to handle it.


    After she left, Edwin focused on his work until a call from Vanessa interrupted him.


    Her weary voice asked, “Edwin, are you marrying her?” Displeased, Edwin responded with a warning, “Vanessa, let this go.” Despite her pleas and mention of her long-held feelings, Edwin remained firm, advising her to pursue her own path.


    Edwin''s voice held a note of warning as he spoke to Vanessa.


    “If I were in your shoes, I''d let this go." Vanessa, agitated, countered, “But what about my feelings? I''ve had feelings for you for years, Edwin. Do they mean nothing?” As Edwin leaned back in his chair, rubbing his forehead, he replied, “Vanessa, that''s something you have to deal with. If you had told me about your feelings earlier, I wouldn''t have entered into a business rtionship with you. We both have our own responsibilities; it''s better to choose a path that benefits oneself.” He was puzzled by Vanessa''s logic.


    She was a strong woman; it was perplexing to see her lose herposure over emotions.