Chapter 486

"If Joshua finds out what we're doing, he'll probably be really upset," Paul said. Joanna clenched her fists tightly at her sides, lowering her gaze. "Mr. Wright, I'm sorry for dragging you into this. I just... I need to know about my past with Joshua." That past might hold the key to finding traces of her biological parents. She wanted to uncover the truth behind their deaths—where they had come from and what had really happened to them. Paul sighed helplessly, his eyes settling on the IV bag still dripping beside her. "Your health isn't in good shape right now. The doctor said you need to rest and avoid emotional stress, or it could slow down your recovery." Joanna nodded obediently, but guilt flickered in her eyes as she looked at him. "Mr. Wright, l-let me peel you an apple." She reached for the fruit knife and apple on the bedside table, but he stopped her. "Don't worry about that. Just use this time to rest so you don't slip up when Joshua gets here." "Alright." She lai