Chapter 856

Joseph's voice was as cold as ever, but today, there was a faint hint of weakness. He had just returned from the hospital. Samantha's feelings for Joseph had been worn down to nothing long ago, so she didn't notice the subtle change in his condition. She forced herself to look calm as she stepped in front of him and said nervously, "I did. How about you? Have you eaten yet? If you haven't, I can go to the kitchen and cook something for you." A hint of suspicion flickered in Joseph's eyes upon seeing Samantha so concerned about him. She was acting a bit unusual. His right eyelid twitched a few times. He sensed something was off, yet he couldn't bring himself to turn away from Samantha's sudden concern. "I ate already. I'm not really hungry right now." Since his stomach had become more sensitive and he had eaten a lot of chilies earlier, the doctor advised him to avoid eating for the next couple of days. He'd only be allowed to eat once his body felt better and a further exam sh