True Love Deserves a Second Chance
Chapter 197 Darren Pleads

Joey was really touched by Sebastian. She wanted to agree with him and have the child's father around, but she knew it was too risky.

If Sophia hadn't helped her get the car, she might have lost the child already. Joey's eyes welled up as she looked at Sebastian. "I'm sorry, I can't agree."

Sebastian leaned in and nibbled on her earlobe, his hot breath in her ear. "Joey, remember how this child came to be? I worked hard for him. How can you separate us?"

His gentle bites made Joey shiver. "Sebastian, being with you is too dangerous. If it weren't for Sophia, the child might be gone."

Sebastian knew this. He kissed the corner of her eye, jealousy in his voice. "Joey, you trust Leonard more than me. Do you know how hurt I was to be the last to know about the child?

You're my wife, and the child is mine. When you found out you were pregnant, shouldn't you have come to me first?

But you hid it and tried to leave with someone else. Do you know how much that hurt?"

Joey tried to avoid his lips, but he bit her hard. Before she could react, he kissed her deeply.

The kiss was a mix of gentleness and force, leaving Joey breathless and dizzy. After what felt like forever, Sebastian finally let her go.

His fingers pressed on her swollen lips, his voice hoarse. "If you weren't pregnant, I'd make sure you couldn't leave bed for days."

His tone was light but reproachful, jealousy clear in his eyes.

Joey's eyes were moist. "If I had told you, would you have let me go?"

"No," Sebastian said firmly. "But I would have taken you both with me."

He cupped her face, his thumb stroking her cheek. "I was planning to discuss going abroad to get married and live in seclusion after the New Year. That way, you'd be safe. Once everything settled, we could come back. I had everything ready, just waiting to tell you. But you took my child and tried to leave with another man. Shouldn't I be angry?"

Joey looked at him in shock. "If you come with us, what about the Winters Family?"

"The Winters Family will be fine without me, but you are different. I promised to protect you for a lifetime, and I can't break that promise." Sebastian's eyes shone with devotion.

He had once said, "If the gods won't protect you, then let me be your god." He had never forgotten his promise and was willing to give up so much for her.

Tears slid down Joey's cheeks. This kind of love was hard to resist. Her resolve to leave Sebastian crumbled.

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Sebastian kissed away her tears. "I promise, once this is over, we'll go somewhere no one can find us. Just the three of us. I'll take care of you, help with prenatal yoga, and we'll wait for our child together." Joey felt moved and hopeful. This was the life she had always wanted-raising their child together.

Her tense heart finally relaxed, and a smile appeared on her lips. "Sebastian," she called softly.

"I'm here," he replied.

Joey wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him gently. "I think I'm falling more in love with you."

"Just think? Shouldn't you be absolutely sure you love me?"

With that, he kissed her neck passionately, making her mind go blank.

By the time they arrived at the Blackwood Estate, the desire in their eyes hadn't faded.

Joey's voice was hoarse. "To avoid any accidents, we'll pretend to be separated for now. Once I have solid evidence against Isabella, we'll leave."

Sebastian smiled and kissed her forehead. "I'll do whatever you say."

As they got out of the car and walked into the hall, they saw an unexpected figure. Darren sat on the sofa with a gloomy face.

Seeing them, Darren immediately walked up, his voice pleading. "Joey, what Isabella did was wrong. I'll compensate you for the harm she caused. You can have anything you want, just don't let her go to jail.

She's been pampered since childhood and has depression. I'm worried she won't survive in prison. Please, let her go this time and withdraw your charges."

Joey looked at him coldly. "Mr. Vale, are you saying your daughter's life is valuable, but mine and my friend's lives are nothing? If it weren't for Sophia, more people could have been hurt. If such behavior can be forgiven, why do we need laws?" Darren's face darkened, but he humbled himself to save Isabella. "If you spare Isabella, I'll take her abroad immediately. I promise she won't harm you again.

I'll give you 5% of Vale Group's shares, with annual dividends worth millions. Just please don't press charges."

Joey looked at the once-arrogant Darren, now humbling himself. She couldn't help but smirk coldly. "Sorry, Mr. Vale, my friend's life is more important than money. I won't withdraw the case. Please leave."

As she turned to leave, she heard Darren's voice, filled with madness. "Joey, don't be so heartless! Do you believe I can ruin you completely?"