Chapter 199: Familiar Warmth
Behind that man was that strawberry blonde Rachel, dressed in the latest collection from a popular brand from head to toe.
Rachel still had that haughty expression with her chin up and looking at Talia, she rolled her eyes. Anyone could see that she was not here on her own volition, but was forced to be here. Rachel’s eyes darted to Rebecca and Talia watched Rachel’s eyes turned murderous.
"I’m here," instinctively Talia stood in front of Rebecca and spoke in a clear voice. She turned to look at Rebecca and placing her hand on her shoulder, nodded, assuring she can handle it and stepped forward.
Rebecca looked at Joe who seemed worried as he looked at Mr Ed and the corner of her lips got raised mockingly.
Yeah, what did she really expect that Joe would actually not care for Rachel? Hmpf! He must be worried since a weapon is being pointed at Rachel.
She bowed her head and played with her fingers when she suddenly felt a shadow over her and she was shocked seeing Joe behind her.
"Let’s go over there... What are they thinking... drawing a weapon with a pregnant woman in the room... What if something goes wrong?" he spoke in a displeased, low tone and lead Rebecca to a corner.
Rebecca, looked at Joe’s hands protectively wrapped around her and felt her heart skip a beat. His hands were warm and the familiarity made her feel safe. It’s been a while since she felt this way. They’ve been married for more than three years and this is the first time he is acting this protective towards her... No, it’s not the first time... She remembered that dinner where he introduced her to his family and his mother wasn’t pleased and started saying hurtful words and Joe held her the same way and left the dinner midway.
Her heart beat crazy that day, just like today. How did she forget that? He always protected her whenever she really needed it. Whenever she felt like she was not enough, whenever she was hurt by the words of others, he would be there by her side, no matter what the time is, saying sweet nothings and help her reclaim her confidence.
Everytime she felt like she is worthless because she couldn’t get pregnant, he would sit by her side, calming her down. He never complained if she acted up and would give in, calming her down along the way.
It was Rachel... She was his only weakness. His demeanour would change once she mentions Rachel. It was the thing that hurt her the most.