Chapter 119 Chasing You Again
"Joyce only realized she was seated next to Sebastian after boarding the plane.
Julian was across the aisle by the window.
They were far apart with two seats between them.
Joyce knew what was up.
The flight was run by Winters Group, and Sebastian could easily switch seats around.
She didn't want to argue.
Joyce buckled up, put on her headphones, and closed her eyes to rest.
The flight was over ten hours, so she tried to get some sleep.
But soon after the plane leveled out, Joyce felt someone calling her.
She opened her eyes to see a smiling flight attendant.
Joyce took off her headphones and asked, ""Is something wrong?""
The flight attendant smiled and bowed. ""Ms. Blackwood, Mr. Winters isn't feeling well. He asked if you could go over.""
Joyce noticed Sebastian wasn't in his seat.
Surprised, she asked, ""Where is he?""
""He's in the restroom and hasn't come out.""
Joyce remembered Sebastian was injured. She got up and walked to the restroom.
She knocked and softly asked, ""Sebastian, what's wrong?""
After a few seconds, Sebastian's low, hoarse voice came from inside. ""Joyce, I need to use the restroom, but my wound is stuck to my underwear. I can't take it off.""
Joyce pictured the painful scene.
She said, ""I'll get a doctor.""
A doctor soon arrived. After hearing the situation, she said, ""Ms. Blackwood, don't worry. Apply this solution to Mr. Winters' wound. It'll help separate it from the underwear.""
Joyce nodded. ""Then you help him.""
The doctor blushed. ""Ms. Blackwood, it's a private area. It's better if you do it. You know Mr. Winters' temper. If I go in, he might fire me.""
She handed the solution to Joyce, patted her shoulder, and left.
Joyce felt her face heat up.
She knew Sebastian's temper.
He wouldn't let anyone touch his private parts. Even touching his clothes would make him throw them away.
She stood outside, sweating.
Sebastian knocked and, in pain, said, ""Joyce, just come in and give me the bottle. I'll do it myself.""
He gasped in pain.
Joyce covered her eyes and opened the restroom door.
As she did, the plane jolted, and she fell into Sebastian's arms.
Her nose hit his chest.
The pain made Joyce's eyes water.
Sebastian held her, pinching her chin. ""Did you hurt yourself? Let me see.""
The plane jolted again, even harder.
Scared, Joyce clung to Sebastian's neck.
Her lips pressed against his chest.
Sebastian held her waist with one hand and grabbed the restroom handle with the other. ""Don't be afraid. It's just turbulence. It'll be over soon.""
Sebastian's lips brushed Joyce's forehead, making his heart race. He missed her so much, he wished he could hold her like this forever.
Just as he was about to make a move, an urgent announcement came over the intercom.
""Attention passengers, we're experiencing strong turbulence. Please fasten your seatbelts and avoid using the restroom.""
The plane jolted violently again, and screams filled the cabin.
Sebastian, holding Joyce, was thrown against the door, letting out a muffled groan.
""Sebastian, are you okay?""
""I'm fine, Joyce. Hold on to me and don't let go.""
Sebastian tore off his tie and tied Joyce to the restroom handle, shielding her with his body.
He was thrown around, hitting the sink and door handle, but Joyce remained unharmed.
The turbulence intensified, and the rapid descent made Joyce scream in fear.
She clung to Sebastian, trembling and calling his name.
Despite his bruises, seeing Joyce rely on him eased his frustration.
He shielded her like a wall, softly comforting her, ""Don't be afraid. It'll be over soon.""
But his body took hit after hit.
Joyce felt his pain and looked at him with teary eyes. ""Sebastian, don't worry about me. I can handle it. You grab the handle.""
Sebastian held her tighter. ""Joyce, don't let go. Hold on to me. I'll never leave you again. I'll protect you for life."" His words were hoarse but heartfelt.
Joyce wished he had said this when she needed him most, but the past couldn't be changed.
Tears streamed down her face. ""Sebastian, just protect yourself.""
Sebastian saw her tear-streaked face and gently brushed her nose. ""Joyce, give me one more chance. If I can't protect you, you can cut ties with me. I promise I won't bother you again.""
His words were sincere, and Joyce didn't know how to respond.
The plane gradually stabilized, and urgent knocking came from outside.
Julian's anxious voice called out.
Seeing him as a savior, Joyce quickly said, ""Sebastian, it seems to be over. Let me go.""
Sebastian, enduring the pain, pressed her against the wall, his eyes dark. ""You haven't answered my question, Joyce. Give me one more chance, okay? Let me pursue you again.""
""Sebastian, I...""
Before she could finish, the restroom door was kicked open.
Julian stood there, full of concern. ""Joyce, are you okay? Are you hurt?""
He rushed to Joyce, untied the tie, and checked her over.
Seeing she was unharmed, he relaxed.
Julian, noticing Sebastian's disheveled state, understood what had happened.
He nodded politely. ""Thank you, Mr. Winters. She was scared. I'll take her to rest.""
With that, he led Joyce away.
Dominic rushed over. ""Mr. Winters, where are you hurt? Let me see.""
Sebastian pointed to his heart with a sorrowful expression. ""Here. Can you heal it?"""
