True Love Deserves a Second Chance by Nox Shadow

Chapter 146 Going on a Date with Joey

Sebastian's eyes went from warm to icy in a flash. Just as he was about to grab the phone and hang up, he heard Joey softly say, "I have time. I'm off tomorrow. What does Mrs. Guise like to eat? I can help pick a restaurant." Leonard smiled. "You're so thoughtful. Aren't you worried my mom will really like you?"

"Isn't that the plan? For her to like me and reject the arranged marriage? Don't worry, I'll do my best," Joey replied, stirring the pasta.

Leonard sighed. His little shadow didn't remember him at all. She wasn't the girl who used to call him brother. She was now a mature, independent woman.

He smiled slightly. "Alright, you pick the place, and I'll come get you."

"No need, Mr. Guise. I can drive myself."

Leonard chuckled. "Joey, shouldn't you call me something else? 'Mr. Guise' sounds way too formal."

Joey paused. "Then how about Leonard?"

"Call me Leo. That's what my family calls me. It sounds more personal."

Joey felt awkward. She'd never called a man so intimately before, not even Sebastian. She hesitated. "Alright, I'll help you out."

They agreed on the time and place and hung up.

the fridge and

call him that. You've never

a fake boyfriend,

"Leonard isn't as simple as you think. I've investigated him and found nothing. Not his background, schools, or job. Don't you think that's suspicious? Taking you to meet his mom is just a cover; he wants to take you home. I won't let

but found nothing about Leonard, only

hugged Joey tightly, resting his chin on her shoulder. "Joey, I'm hurt. I can't

replied,

with you? I promise I

eyebrow. "Who takes their ex

cracked the eggs into a bowl. "And you're not even an ex. At best,

harsh things he'd once said

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Isabella's

the table and handed him utensils. "Eat. Weren't you hungry?"

mean you saved me and got hurt on purpose, trying to use it to

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possible. Also, check Isabella's medical

but he always refused. Such a tactic wasn't beyond Isabella. He just hadn't seen

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