True Love Deserves a Second Chance

Joey was a bit surprised. She remembered Sebastian always called her Mrs. Taylor. Thinking about the story Theodore once told her, she felt really bad for Beatrice.

Beatrice's daughter was murdered, and the Isabella she loved for over twenty years turned out to be someone else's child.

Seeing the hopeful look in Beatrice's eyes and feeling her deep longing, Joey warmly said, "Grandma."

Hearing "Grandma," Beatrice couldn't hold back her tears.

She kept nodding, her voice trembling. "Good girl, I'm so happy to see you. Take good care of yourself."

"I will, thank you, Grandma."

Seeing them so close, Benjamin, standing nearby, had tears in his eyes.

He knew Beatrice already knew Joey's identity. He also knew Beatrice and Joey would eventually reunite. But thinking of Joey leaving him in the future made Benjamin's heart ache.

Sebastian walked up and softly comforted him, "Dad, Joey will always be your daughter. I only recognize you as my father-in-law. Take care of yourself because you'll need to help us with the kids in the future."

Benjamin patted his shoulder, relieved. "Alright, I'll help with the kids."

As they talked, Leonard walked over with his mother, Elise Guise.

Leonard handed a gift to Benjamin, his voice gentle and polite. "Mr. Blackwood, this is blueberry wine my mother made. Hope you like it."

Benjamin took the gift box, looking at the wine inside, and said fondly, "I remember a neighbor back home made great blueberry wine. It was sweet and mellow, not too strong. Once, Joey drank a big glass and slept for a whole day and night, scaring my dad half to death."

Talking about the past, Leonard's smile grew wider. "Joey was so mischievous as a child, so cute."

He looked at Sebastian, his gaze gentle but with a hint of challenge.

Sebastian wasn't jealous; he raised an eyebrow proudly. "Thanks for the compliment. My wife is still very cute now. But my dad just had surgery, so this wine isn't suitable. We appreciate Mrs. Guise's kind gesture."

Hearing him call Benjamin so affectionately, Leonard smiled meaningfully. "Mr. Winters, don't forget your promise to me. Treat Joey well for a lifetime, or I'll take her away."

"Sorry, but you'll be disappointed. You'll never have that chance."

Watching the two young men bicker, Elise tugged Leonard's arm with a smile. Her voice gentle. "Mr. Winters is truly devoted to Joey. He got seriously injured while helping Mr. Blackwood find a doctor. How are you recovering now?" Sebastian didn't think much of Leonard, but he couldn't dislike Elise. Her smile and tone reminded him of someone who had changed over time.

He nodded politely. "I'm fine now. Thank you, Mrs. Guise, for your concern. Please, come inside."

Just as they were about to go in, Aurora and Derek walked in from outside.

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Hearing the voices, everyone turned around. Elise's eyes met Derek's deep gaze. Her heart skipped a beat, and she felt breathless.

Elise tightened her grip on Leonard's arm. Since losing her memory, she had never felt this kind of fluttering towards a man, which felt familiar and made her want to rush over.

Derek was also stunned. He stared at Elise's face until Aurora tugged at him and whispered, "We might have mistaken her, but from the back, she really looks like Cordelia." Derek snapped out of it. He patted Aurora's hand and said, "Let's go greet them."

Seeing this, Benjamin greeted them with a smile. "Mrs. Winters, please come inside."

After a few pleasantries, Benjamin led them into the hall.

Elise's eyes were always on Derek. Her body was tense.

Leonard noticed Elise's unease. He bent down and whispered, "Mom, do you know that man?"

Elise looked at Leonard nervously, her voice trembling. "I don't know, but he gives me a very special feeling."

"What kind of special feeling, fear or closeness?"

As you reach the final pages, remember that 000005s.com is your destination for the complete story. Share the joy of reading with others and spread the word. The next chapter is just a visit away! Elise couldn't hide it and had to tell the truth. "It's a feeling of wanting to be close."

Her face turned red. Feeling attracted to a married man made her feel ashamed.

Leonard, feeling sorry for her, hugged Elise. "Mom, don't be afraid. Try to get close to him. Maybe it will help you regain your memory."

This was also why Leonard brought her here. They never found new evidence in Elise's case. He felt it might be related to Joey's mother's case, specifically to Cordelia.

If he didn't find the mastermind soon, Joey would always be in danger, and he and Elise would be hunted like before.

Elise nodded slightly. "I will."

During dinner, Derek raised his glass and looked at Elise. "May I know your name, ma'am? I'm Derek Winters, Sebastian's father."

Elise's hand holding the fork tightened, but her face remained calm. Her voice was gentle. "I'm Elise Guise. Mr. Winters, no need to be so formal."

She smiled and raised her glass. Just as she was about to take a sip, she saw the chandelier above Derek falling towards him.

She was so scared that her throat tightened, and she opened her mouth several times but couldn't make a sound.

Without thinking, Elise dropped her glass and rushed towards Derek. By the time she had Derek's head in her arms, the chandelier crashed heavily onto her back.