Chapter 316 I Won’t Force You, Don’t Define Our Relationship

"No!" Chloe refused without hesitation. Joseph's expression twisted into a sneer. "Would you be willing to do it if it were Icarus?" Deep furrows appeared on Chloe's forehead as she glared at him. "Who gave you the audacity to make such assumptions about me?" "And yet, isn't that who you are?" Joseph retorted. "Whatever. Suit yourself." Chloe's frustration grew, causing her to avert her gaze and look out the window. Sensing an implicit admission in her reaction, Joseph was consumed by anger. He abruptly stood up, creating a resounding slam as he stormed out of the room. The footsteps outside gradually faded until they disappeared entirely. Chloe curled up, hugging herself tightly. Her pale face bore an overwhelming sense of bitterness. After Joseph left, he did not appear again until she was discharged from the hospital. In the blink of an eye, a month had passed. The caregiver who had been taking care of her accompanied her to Aesper and stayed at her house for two more days