Chapter 64

Sophia nodded, and the two of them exchanged smiles. The scene was so warm and harmonious that it felt as if they were a real married couple. A dull ache spread through my chest. I instinctively raised my hand to clutch at my heart. … At that moment, Edison seemed to sense something. He turned his head toward the staircase. "Do you think Joshua might be hungry? Should I go check on him?" "There's no need," Sophia replied, lowering her gaze to sip her soup. She continued, "He doesn't like you, so there's no point forcing yourself to get along with him. When you're with me, focus on your own happiness." To her, Edison had already endured enough hardship in his childhood. Now that he was an adult, he deserved to live better without compromising himself—even for her. He deserved the best life had to offer. … Standing at the top of the stairs, I heard every word Sophia said. Her words stabbed through me like a blade, shattering the last remnants of hope I had buried deep inside.