Chapter 1707

Nevertheless, Joey missed the days when he was an only child. That was a time when he had Jeremy, as well as Corinne's full attention. They were so happy back then. That was the first time Joey experienced what it felt like to have a loving home. Unfortunately, it was a short-lived experience for him because Corinne—who was pregnant at that time—ran away from home not long after. Although he did not understand why she had to run away, he knew deep down inside that he was not as important as Corinne's children. 'The balloon seller is right. How can I ever compete with Bryan and Christine?' thought Joey. He told himself he should not think too highly of himself or think he was just as important as Bryan and Christine to Corinne. The fact that he would be the one to go without when there were not enough potato chips to go around made him realize that. It was not the potato chips he really wanted; he was just disappointed he was left out. Joey felt miserable, conflicted, and insecure.