True Love Deserves a Second Chance
Chapter 287 The Same Handwriting

Joyce knew that handwriting like the back of her hand. When she was a kid, Elise used to teach her and Leonard how to write, and this handwriting was a dead ringer for Elise's. Pointing at the scribble on the back of the photo, Joyce asked, "Who wrote this?"

Sebastian flipped the photo over and finally noticed the tiny line of text: [You are both siblings and confidants, united in trials and tribulations, sharing both wealth and misfortune.] The handwriting was all fancy and strong. You could tell the writer had some class.

But Cordelia looked nothing like she used to. Sebastian's eyes darkened a bit. He said in a low voice, "It was Cordelia."

Hearing this, Joyce looked at him thoughtfully. "You sure she wrote this herself?"

"Yeah, I'm sure. I watched her write it. She wanted the four of us to always have each other's backs. Is something wrong?"

Joyce stared at the writing on the photo and said, "Why does Cordelia's handwriting look exactly like Ms. Guise's? Don't you think that's weird?"

Sebastian frowned. "Two people's handwriting can be similar, but not identical, unless someone's trying to copy it on purpose."

Joyce's lawyer brain kicked in. "Copying someone's handwriting is usually done to get something from them, like property, contracts, or even to impersonate them. So, no matter who's copying who, there must've been some kind of conflict of interest, which led to this method being used to get what they wanted. Cordelia's always been cagey about Elise's identity, which means it has a big impact on her, so she doesn't dare to spill the beans. Based on this, it's almost certain that Cordelia is copying Elise's handwriting. She might be using Elise's identity to do shady stuff."

Hearing Joyce's breakdown, Sebastian's brows furrowed unconsciously. He had once thought Cordelia was a fake, but the paternity test had cleared that up.

Sebastian gently rubbed Joyce's head. "The key to this is for Ms. Guise to get her memory back. I've already asked my dad to take her to the Winters Mansion to live. It might help her remember. You don't need to stress about it. Taking care of your pregnancy is the most important thing."

Hearing this, Joyce looked at Sebastian excitedly. "Did Ms. Guise agree? Is Leonard going too? Shouldn't we also confirm if he's part of the Winters family?"

Sebastian pinched her chubby cheek. "Do you really want Leonard to come back to the Winters family and compete with me for the family fortune?"

"He's not that kind of guy. I just think he had a rough childhood, always moving around. Even though he's doing well now, I know he still hopes for a home."

Seeing her speak so earnestly and sincerely, Sebastian's eyes darkened a bit. He lowered his head and bit her lips hard, his voice filled with jealousy. "Joyce, even though Leonard is my brother, it doesn't mean I won't be jealous of him. Do you think it's cool to show so much concern for another guy in front of me?"

Joyce finally got it. She looked up at Sebastian, smiling. "Why are you jealous of everyone? He's your brother, and by extension, he's my brother, too. Isn't it right for me to care for him?"

"But he doesn't see it that way. He always thought of you as his childhood buddy, following him around. Do you know how frustrated I was when I heard those stories? If it weren't for that car accident, I would've been by your side, watching you grow up, and then marrying you. We wouldn't have gone through so many hardships. Maybe by now, we would've had a bunch of kids." The more Sebastian talked, the more upset he got.

He and Joyce should've had a happy childhood, and their love shouldn't have been so rocky. It was all because of Cordelia that they were separated from a young age.

Joyce could hear the hurt and helplessness in his voice and saw a hint of loneliness in his eyes. Feeling a bit heartbroken, she stood on her tiptoes and gently kissed his sexy, thin lips.

Her voice was soft. "Without all that crap we went through, how would I know I love you this much? And how would you know I'm your one and only? Sebastian, all those past events, good or bad, are just stepping stones on our path to love. Because of them, our love is unbreakable, right?"

Joyce's soft hand gently caressed Sebastian's chin, her eyes shining with an undeniable light. At this moment, she was sure that no matter what came their way, nothing would tear them apart. Sebastian's deep eyes were filled with Joyce's beautiful, smiling face. Her smile, her gentleness, and her understanding made him feel truly happy.

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 pulled Joyce into his arms with one long arm. His large hand gently cupped the back of her head, and he lowered his head to kiss her.

His voice was slightly hoarse with suppressed emotion. "Baby, you're amazing. How can I not love you?"

He kissed Joyce again and again. His hot breath felt like an electric current, spreading from Joyce's face to her entire body.

Joyce tried to dodge while saying, "Sebastian, control yourself. We are not at home."

Sebastian didn't hold back at all; instead, he got even more intense. He took her soft lips into his mouth.

As their lips and teeth intertwined, he let out a low chuckle from his throat. "Baby, this is your home. It's the place where we got engaged. I've waited 24 years to reunite with you here. Don't you think we should celebrate?" The last few words were lost in their breath.

Sebastian held Joyce's waist with one hand and cupped her head with the other, his tongue delving deeply, intensifying the kiss. In his mind, childhood memories resurfaced.

He was only four years old when he heard that Connie was expecting a girl. After school, he went straight to the Vale family's car.

After getting out of the car, he and Theodore ran wildly towards the hall. Because of this, Theodore even fought with him, saying it was his sister, and why was Sebastian so excited.

For the first time, Sebastian didn't argue with him and followed him to Connie's side.

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Theodore immediately ran over, placing his small hand on Connie's belly, calling out "sister" repeatedly.

Sebastian could only stand quietly by the side, his small hands clenched into fists. He thought that since Connie was so gentle and beautiful, the child she gave birth to would surely be very cute and lovely. He also wanted to stroke her belly. Connie seemed to see through his thoughts and immediately smiled, waving him over. "Sebastian, don't you want to stroke my belly?"

Sebastian nodded heavily. He slowly walked to Connie's side and placed his small hand on her belly.

At that moment, the baby inside suddenly moved, scaring him into pulling his hand back immediately.

Connie laughed and comforted him, "Don't be afraid. She likes you and is interacting with you. Theodore called out to her for a long time, but she didn't respond. You just touched her, and she moved." Hearing this, Sebastian's face lit up with excitement, and he immediately placed his small hand back on her belly. He made an awkward sound, "I'm Sebastian."

Hearing his voice, the baby inside moved again. She kept moving back and forth.

Connie was a bit surprised. "Sebastian, she seems to like you a lot. This is the first time she's been so active."

Hearing this, Sebastian raised his little face and said seriously, "Mrs. Vale, can I marry her when I grow up?"