True Love Deserves a Second Chance by Nox Shadow

Chapter 198 Benjamin in Critical Condition

Joey turned around, fearless. "Let's see if Mr. Vale has what it takes!" she said coldly, then headed upstairs. Darren, fuming, was about to speak when Sebastian chuckled.

"Sorry, Mr. Vale. Joey's spoiled because of me, so she might come off as rude. But I think she's right-you don't have what it takes." Sebastian stood at the door, hands in his coat pockets, a cryptic smile on his lips. His eyes, however, sent a clear warning: 'You hurt her, you'll regret it.'

Darren clenched his fists but stayed silent. He looked at Sebastian and asked, "Didn't she break up with you? Why are you still defending her? Don't forget, because of her, your mother took a hundred lashes." Sebastian's gaze was cold. "So, Mr. Vale, you should know what to do. Anyone who hurts Joey, I won't let them off, even if it's my own mother."

Darren snapped, "Sebastian, you're bewitched by Joey. How can you be so heartless? What's so good about her? She's low-born, and her mother is a tramp. Aren't you afraid of bringing shame to your family by marrying her?" Benjamin, who had been quietly sipping coffee on the couch, couldn't take it anymore. He grabbed a broom and swung it at Darren. "Who are you calling low-born? You blind, heartless bastard! You're just like your scheming daughter. Get out! You're not welcome here!"

Usually gentle, Benjamin lost his temper for the first time in front of others. And he didn't just lose his temper; he took action.

Benjamin wished he could beat Darren to death with that broom. He thought, 'If Joey ever found out Darren is her biological father, how heartbroken will she be?'

Darren was kicked out of the Blackwood Estate. His expensive cashmere coat got dirty from the broom. He brushed it off in disgust, glaring at the door before storming off.

Darren pulled out his phone and called Cordelia. "Your son seems to be back with Joey. Your beating was for nothing."

Cordelia, still in pain from her injuries, gritted her teeth. "Don't worry, I won't let Joey get away with this. How's Isabella? She can't stay in jail for long."

Darren's voice was filled with frustration. "At this point, I can only get a lawyer to help Isabella." After hanging up, Darren drove away.

Benjamin watched him leave, still fuming. He threw the broom to the ground and looked seriously at Sebastian. "I was thinking of telling Joey the truth about her parentage, but now, with Darren being such a scumbag, I won't let Joey suffer because of him. She'll always be my precious daughter."

as he spoke, his eyes reddening. He wondered, 'My daughter is so beautiful and kind; why does she have to endure such a

the daughter of Connie, Joey

imagined that Darren, knowing Isabella wasn't Connie's child, would still treat her so

early stages of pregnancy and can't handle any big shocks. Try not to let her find out about her past." Benjamin nodded. "I know. I'll protect Joey and her

days later, Isabella's case went to trial. Joey was Sophia's defense

"Baby, once this case is

Sebastian and living happily together filled

called. His deep, husky voice was full of allure. "Honey, ready to run away with me and the

laughed. "Ready. I'll follow Mr. Winters'

so good. I'll have to reward you

Joey's ears turned red. She replied softly, "I have to go to court later. No time for your

after you win this case. I'm almost at your

went downstairs. Benjamin was reading the newspaper on the

we'll take you out

be careful on

wore a camel cashmere coat, her hair in a casual bun, and light makeup.

hugged Benjamin's neck. "Dad, don't worry. With Sebastian protecting me, everything will

her head. "Seeing you two together and expecting a baby makes me so happy.

let go of her father and smiled. "Dad, I'm off. Wait for

"Alright, I'll be