True Love Deserves a Second Chance by Nox Shadow

Chapter 131

Chapter 131 His Reluctance

When Joey saw Julian again, it was the night Elaine became a godmother.

He looked rough-lost weight, sunken eyes, pale face. He stood in the hallway, smoking alone.

Joey walked over, handed him a water bottle, and asked softly, "Julian, have they found Todd's mom?"

Julian, with red eyes, replied, "Joey, I'm sorry. I've let you down."

Joey shook her head and smiled. "Don't blame yourself. We barely started, and stopping now is best. I don't want you to become someone I can't stand."

Julian closed his eyes in pain, his voice hoarse. "Todd's had leukemia since he was a kid. No relatives' bone marrow matched. The doctor suggested we have another child."

Julian's eyes were moist as he looked at Joey. "I never planned to marry anyone else. Even when Todd came along, I never gave up on you. I wanted to clear things up with Alissa, raise the child together, and find our true loves. But when I heard about Todd's condition, I broke down. He's my son; I can't just watch him die.

Having another child is the only way to save him. But this means I have to give you up, Joey. I waited so long for you, and now this. Do you know how much it hurts?"

Julian's voice cracked, and he ended up in tears.

On one side was the girl he loved for years, and on the other was his son. He couldn't bear to let either go. The heartache tore him apart.

a happy home. She must love you a lot to have had the child alone. And Todd's been sick all these years. She must have had a hard time. Treat her

turned and left, leaving Julian's lonely figure

Joey came out of the hotel, she

cotton candy. "Eat something sweet; life won't feel so

in surprise.

smirked. "Don't girls like

patted his head with a smile. "You've grown up. You understand girls

way!" Maxwell refused

A relationship could help you mature.

eyes looked at her. "I only want to be

told you before, we're not suitable. If you keep

story. Share the joy of reading with others and spread the word. The next chapter is just a visit away! Maxwell snorted. "Why can Sebastian and Julian, but not me? Am I worse in looks, body,

better than you. I just don't think

let go? Whatever he can give you, I can too. If you agree, I can take over the family business and marry you right away." Maxwell

cold, deep voice came from

cigarette. His handsome face looked gloomy, with deep eyes and noticeable wrinkles at the corners. There

Joey, staring at her intently, his voice hoarse. "Joey,

between them, looking disdainful. "She's fine. She

and said, "Aren't you into racing? I invested in a racing club with the latest models. They're looking for a sharp manager. If you're interested, report there tomorrow." Maxwell shot back, "I'm not going. Do you think I don't see through your tricks? You got rid of Julian, and now you want to send me

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