Chapter 17

"Joshua's condition has nothing to do with you two. Get out now!" After shouting those words, Jayden turned and sat on a nearby bench, his bloodshot eyes fixed in Joshua's direction. Sophia stood frozen, her lips trembling as if she wanted to speak, but no words came out. Joshua had ended up like this because of her. She was the one responsible. But how could she not hate him when Edson had died while being with him? Edison sensed her emotional turmoil and gently patted her shoulder. "Sophie, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have come here and caused trouble. I'll leave now." There was no point in him staying. If she cared about him, she would leave with him, just as she had done so many times before. But this time, she was different. She quietly looked at him. "You should go home and rest. Once all this is settled, I'll come to you." He froze momentarily, then gave her the smile she liked most. "Alright. I'll wait for you." He hesitated briefly before turning and walking away in silen