True Love Deserves a Second Chance
Chapter 153 A Heartfelt Confession

Sebastian pulled Joey out through the back gate of the campus, passing the alley where the incident happened three years ago.

The alley was still rundown, with stray cats occasionally meowing. Flickering streetlights cast long shadows.

Joey, uneasy about the place, clung to Sebastian's arm. "Sebastian, why did you bring me here?" she asked nervously.

Sebastian's handsome face looked even more defined in the dim light, his deep eyes glimmering. He smiled softly at Joey. "Joey, I never knew what it meant to be moved. I thought my feelings for you were just physical. It was only after you left that I realized I had fallen for you when we first met here. Otherwise, I wouldn't have let you stay and take care of me.

I never believed in lasting love because of my parents, so I buried my feelings for you. The harsher I was to you, the more it hurt me. You taught me what love is and how happy it can be to love and be loved.

I spent three years learning to love, but I caused you a lot of pain because I didn't know how. If I could turn back time, I'd restart our story here. This time, let me fall in love with you first. I won't hurt you again, and I won't lose our child. Joey, can we start over?"

His eyes were full of affection, and his voice was magnetic. He gently brushed her cheek, his fingers lingering on her warm earlobe.

His actions were seductive, making Joey's body tremble slightly, her heartbeat quickening.

She looked up at Sebastian, feeling his hot breath and deep gaze. Everything was happening so fast, leaving her at a loss.

She could handle the cold and ruthless Sebastian, and the scheming and domineering one. But this affectionate and seductive Sebastian was new to her.

Seeing her panicked eyes, Sebastian smiled and kissed her. "Don't be afraid. This time, let me take the lead. Just enjoy my love for you."

He captured her lips in a gentle, lingering kiss, making Joey lose her reason. Her small hands wrapped around his neck.

Their breaths became erratic as they kissed passionately, the sound of their heavy breathing filling the air.

Just then, Sebastian's phone rang. Joey immediately pushed him away, gasping for breath.

Sebastian's eyes flashed with anger as he glanced at the caller ID. He gritted his teeth and answered, "If it's not important, get your ass to Africa tomorrow!"

Dominic on the other end was stunned for a moment, realizing he had interrupted a romantic moment. He quickly apologized, "Sorry, Mr. Winters, it's urgent. We just got a report from the prison that Angie attempted suicide and was rushed to the hospital."

Sebastian's eyes darkened. "Tell the hospital to do everything they can to save her."

"Okay, I'll handle it right away."

After hanging up, Sebastian was silent for a few seconds. His team had just contacted Angie, and now she was in trouble. It couldn't be a coincidence.

He thought, 'Whoever's behind this must have serious pull, even in prison. Are they trying to kill her, or is there another motive?'

Sebastian glanced at Joey, feeling uneasy.

"Joey," he said softly, "stay with me for the next few days. Don't go anywhere."

Joey had heard the call and understood his concern. She nodded without hesitation.

For the next few days, Sebastian stayed at Joey's place. They slept in separate rooms, but their relationship improved a lot.

Just when they thought things were settling down, Joey got a call from Benjamin early one morning.

She answered cheerfully, "Dad?" But Angie's sinister laughter came through. "Joey, your dad is with me. If you want to save him, have Sebastian prepare ten million dollars, or I'll take your dear dad to hell with me." Joey's legs gave out, and she collapsed onto the bed. Her voice trembled. "Angie, don't you dare touch my dad. If anything happens to him, I won't let you off!"

Hearing her distress, Sebastian rushed over from the kitchen and grabbed the phone.

"Angie," he said coldly, "if you hurt him, you'll wish you were dead!"

Angie sneered, "Sebastian, get me ten million dollars and a way out of the country, or Joey will lose her dad."

"You wouldn't dare!"

"Why wouldn't I? She's not my daughter anyway. I have nothing to lose!"

"Angie!" Sebastian walked away from Joey and gritted his teeth. "Give me the address, and I'll arrange it right away."

Angie said, "Prepare ten million dollars in cash and a helicopter. You have three hours, or Joey can collect her dad's body!"

The call ended abruptly.

At the same time, Sebastian's phone rang again. "Mr. Winters, Angie knocked out a nurse, disguised herself, and tricked the guards to escape."

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"Mr. Winters, there's an insider in the prison. Angie's suicide attempt was a ruse to escape. She had help from someone at the hospital. I think their target is Ms. Blackwood."

Sebastian gritted his teeth. If he hadn't been with Joey, she might have been the one kidnapped.

"She kidnapped Benjamin. Prepare a helicopter and ten million dollars in cash. I need to go rescue him."

Dominic responded quickly, "Okay, I'll get it ready right away."

After hanging up, Sebastian saw Joey looking at him with tear-streaked eyes.

He immediately walked over and hugged her. "Don't be afraid. I won't let anything happen to your dad."

Joey's whole body was cold, and her lips were pale.

"Sebastian," she said hoarsely.

Sebastian kissed her. "I'm here, Joey."

"Save my dad. I can't live without him."

"I know. I'll bring him back."

An hour later, Sebastian arrived at the address Angie had provided with his team. When he saw the scene before him, he was completely stunned.