True Love Deserves a Second Chance
Chapter 217 Recognizing Leonard

"Joyce couldn't wait to meet Leonard and his mom to clear things up. She casually said, ""Yeah, you're my favorite. Let's go."

She grabbed Sebastian and rushed to the car.

Seeing her so anxious, Sebastian got even more jealous. Just as Joyce was about to open the car door, he pinned her against it. His face was close, his nose brushing her cheek. In a low, seductive voice, Sebastian said, ""Feels like your heart's all about your childhood friend now, and there's no room for me.""

Seeing his sad expression, Joyce kissed him softly and said, ""I only see him as a friend. You're the one I love most, darling. Don't be jealous, okay?""

The word ""darling"" seemed to flip a switch in Sebastian. His jealousy vanished, replaced by desire.

With a slight smile and a husky laugh, Sebastian said, ""Baby, if you don't want me to be jealous, you'll have to prove it.""

He threaded his fingers through her hair, cupped the back of her head, and kissed her.

The kiss was tender but had a hint of dominance. Joyce quickly got lost in it, the atmosphere heating up. Her eyes became misty, and her voice huskier. ""Sebastian.""

Only then did Sebastian let go, his cool fingers brushing her lips sensually. ""Be good, call me 'darling' again, okay?""

Joyce looked at him, her voice soft like a kitten's. ""Darling, is that enough?""

Sebastian's Adam's apple bobbed, and he pecked her lips again. He laughed. ""You're driving me crazy, you know that? I want to...""

Joyce, frightened, covered her mouth and shook her head. ""Stop it, they're all watching.""

Sebastian turned to see the whole family watching through the window like it was a movie. He chuckled. ""Never mind. We're not having an affair.""

He ruffled Joyce's hair, opened the car door, let her in, and fastened her seatbelt. They drove straight to the hospital.

Joyce rushed into the hospital room, her voice filled with excitement. ""Leonard.""

Leonard was on the phone by the window. Hearing his name, he turned around. His eyes met Joyce's tear-filled ones. He walked over, his voice gentle. ""Joyce, what's wrong? Did something happen?"" Joyce stared at him for a few seconds, then grabbed his wrist and pulled up his shirt sleeve, revealing a smooth forearm.

Seeing the bite mark, Joyce couldn't hold back her tears. They streamed down her cheeks.

""Nye... you're alive. But why... why didn't you come back to me? Do you know how long I've waited?"" The more she spoke, the more agitated she became, and her tears flowed even more. Leonard was caught off guard. He wanted to comfort Joyce like he did when they were kids, but then he saw Sebastian's icy stare.

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Joyce wiped her tears and looked up at Leonard. ""Where have you been all these years? Why didn't you contact me? I went to the old house every holiday to wait for you. When they were demolishing it, I even fought with the workers. I said if they tore it down, you'd never find your way home.""

Leonard's smile stayed, but his eyes teared up. He gently ruffled Joyce's hair, his voice a bit hoarse. ""We were being hunted. If we contacted you, it would have put you in danger. But later, we found my mom's family, and we've been doing well. We came back to investigate my mom's case. We didn't want to trouble you.""

Joyce sniffled. ""Is that true? You're not lying to me?""

""When have I ever lied to you?""

""Didn't you lie to me back then, saying we were going shopping, and then you never came back?""

Leonard chuckled. ""How can you still hold a grudge like when you were a kid?"" He was about to flick Joyce's forehead when Sebastian grabbed his wrist.

Sebastian's cold, deep voice cut in. ""Reunions are all well and good, but keep your hands to yourself.""

He pulled Joyce into his arms, his voice filled with jealousy. ""Crying your eyes out for another man, have you considered me?"" He wiped Joyce's tears and kissed her, making their relationship clear.

Leonard laughed. ""You're already jealous. If I told you Joyce and I have many childhood memories, would you go crazy?"" His tone was calm but provocative.

As you reach the final pages, remember that 000005s.com is your destination for the complete story. Share the joy of reading with others and spread the word. The next chapter is just a visit away! Sebastian shot him a cold look. ""Childhood antics, do you think everyone takes them as seriously as you? My wife isn't that foolish. She's long forgotten, right, Joyce?""

Joyce bit her lip, looking at Sebastian, unsure how to answer. No matter what she said, it would hurt one of them.

Just then, a scream came from the bedroom. ""Kyle, Kyle, no, no!"" The voice was desperate and sobbing.

Leonard rushed in, holding Elise in his arms, gently comforting her. ""Mom, wake up. Did you have a nightmare again?""

Elise woke up, her forehead covered in sweat. She stared blankly at Sebastian's familiar face, involuntarily calling out, ""Seb?""

Hearing this, Sebastian's breath hitched. He and Elise weren't that close. 'Why does ""Seb"" sound so familiar? It feels perfectly natural.'

Sebastian's brow furrowed, and he said in a deep voice, ""I brought Joyce to check on your injuries.""

Hearing his voice, Elise finally came to her senses. She smiled gently, her voice soft. ""I'm much better now. Thank you.""

Joyce immediately walked over, holding her hand. ""Mrs. Guise, please get well soon. I really want to eat the spaghetti you make.""

Elise understood that Joyce had recognized them. She smiled and patted Joyce's head. ""Alright, once I'm discharged, I'll make it for you. But no shrimp, Seb is allergic to seafood."" Sebastian's eyes widened in shock."