Chapter 470

Jackson mentioning Naomi caught Brendan's attention, causing him to freeze in place. He stood in place completely still for a moment before turning to face Jackson. Their eyes met. Brendan's expression was notably less pleasant than before, his gaze turned colder. Jackson said, "You know better than anyone whether you and Naomi have a future. Ask yourself honestly, can you truly accept Naomi's child?" Brendan replied firmly, "I can." This response caught Jackson by surprise. He had always seen Brendan as a level-headed and rational person, someone not easily swayed by emotions. Yet, here he was, accepting what most men couldn't. Jackson was unable to provoke Brendan, so he resorted to playing the victim. "I'm getting old. Can't you fulfill this last wish of mine? You haven't even met the girl. How do you know you won't like her?" Brendan reiterated, "I don't like anyone who isn't Naomi." Jackson's expression darkened. "Are you trying to give me a heart attack? Do you want