True Love Deserves a Second Chance
Chapter 45 No More Illusions

After Sebastian finished writing that word, his big hand rested on Joey's thigh in a flirtatious manner. He gazed at Joey with deep meaning in his eyes, as if warning her: 'If you dare to speak, I don't know what this hand is capable of.' Joey wanted to resist, but she was afraid that Harold would discover her relationship with Sebastian. She could only lower her head and eat the cake in silence. Sebastian looked at her, behaving like a meek little cat, and a strange tingling sensation spread throughout his body.

Sebastian's large hand couldn't help but tighten its grip on Joey's thigh.

"She seemed quite smart. How could she have chosen the wrong person?"

Harold sighed. "She gave up her career as a lawyer for that man, but who would have thought that the bastard not only didn't cherish her, but also bullied her. I came this time to vent my anger for her. I heard that he got her father arrested and wants to sue her for intentional harm. I really want to see who is so bold to bully my mentee.

"You must help me this time. I heard that man has a powerful background, but together, we'll take him down!" Harold's words were filled with resentment, and Sebastian's face turned dark.

Julian, who was sitting beside them, immediately poured a cup of tea for Harold and smiled, "Master, you've had a bit too much to drink, have some tea to sober up."

Harold looked at him, unimpressed. "Julian, tell us the details about that person. We need to formulate a plan. Joey has been bullied. We can't just let it go. Back then, she..."

...had liked that man for seven years.

Before the master could finish speaking, Joey immediately broke free from Sebastian's hand and stood up from her chair. "Master, it's all been resolved, you don't need to worry about it." Harold was somewhat surprised. "Resolved? How did you resolve it?"

"There was a misunderstanding between us, and once it was cleared up, he promised to let my dad go."

"Really? You'd better not be lying to me."

"How could I lie to you? Anyway, since you've come back, just stay for a few days and let me and Julian take you to meet our old classmates and teachers. We can have a good reunion." Harold looked at Joey's calm expression, and it didn't seem like she was lying. So, he nodded with a smile.

"Well, that's great then. It seems that bastard has a bit of conscience, otherwise I would have made him lose everything he had."

Sebastian raised his glass and clinked it with Harold's. "I'm an expert in these matters. If you need me, I can help you."

Sebastian spoke calmly, as if he didn't know that the despicable man Harold mentioned was himself.

When Julian heard Joey's words, a hint of bitterness appeared on his face, and he made an excuse to leave. He stood in the hallway, looking at the splendid night view outside the window.

Julian's mood had plummeted to freezing point. He had sought his father's help to save Mr. Blackwood Sr., but his father said that once anyone got involved with Sebastian, their downfall would be imminent. He had no choice but to drive to City A overnight to replace his old master.

When he was in school, he had heard that his master had a powerful background in City B and thought that perhaps he could come up with a way to go up against Sebastian. However, he never expected that Sebastian was the one with the formidable background.

Julian felt an overwhelming sense of suffocation in his chest and took out a cigarette from the pack, lighting it up. The flickering flame made his features more distinct. Just then, he heard Joey's voice behind him. "Julian."

Julian immediately stubbed out the cigarette and turned around with a smile. "What are you doing out here?"

Joey walked up to him. "Julian, are you disappointed in me?"

Julian's heart constricted, and his voice was hoarse. "Of course not."

Joey chuckled softly. "I used to be full of fantasies about love, thinking it was the most precious thing in my life. I was willing to pay any price to obtain it. But I never expected that something I cherished so much would be just a bargaining chip in his eyes.

"Since then, I realized there's no need for me to be proud and aloof anymore. Another deal is no different from countless others I've made, as long as it can bring back my father safe and sound."