Chapter 318

Sophia opened her mouth to speak, but before she could get a word out, I cut her off sharply. "Get out! I don't want to see you! And don't give me any of that self-sacrificing nonsense. If you're so eager to play the hero, then go yourself! "I'm not going to trade my life for Edison! I won't just refuse to go. If Edison really dies, I'll even celebrate with fireworks!" Sophia's brow furrowed instantly at my words. The temperature in the room seemed to drop as her entire demeanor stiffened. She looked like she was about to lash out, but then, as if recalling what I had just said, she clenched her fists at her sides. Taking several deep breaths, she forced herself to steady her voice. "Joshua, I never intended to send you to your death. I just need you to buy me some time. I'll figure out a way to get you out of there." I shot a cold stare at Sophia, who was teetering on the edge of fury. Letting out a mocking laugh, I had no interest in arguing with her any further. She clenched