Chapter 81

Sophia's stare grew piercing. There was caution in her eyes. "What are you trying to pull this time?" Last time, Joshua had taken his anger out on Edison because of something she did. The incident left Edison beaten black and blue, with the doctor mentioning that his frail body couldn't withstand such violence. Having Joshua suddenly ask about the matter out of nowhere made her think that he had ill intentions. … I immediately understood what she was thinking when I noticed the defensive look in her eyes. I chuckled bitterly and said softly, "Sophia, he's a human, and so am I. I get hurt too, and I need medical help just like anyone else." The wariness in Sophia's dark eyes gradually faded, only to be replaced by a somewhat complicated look. She knew I was telling the truth, but she couldn't understand why I was suddenly saying these things to her. After a long silence, she finally spoke. "You're saying quite a bit, Joshua. What is it you want?" Sophia seemed to have finally re