That night was filled with chaos and confusion. When Joseph woke up, everyone at the Kensington Group believed Elianna was his lucky star. However, despite his recovery, Joseph had never looked at her the same way. Not once. During the k********g, the abductors had forced him to choose between her and Livia, and his decision was clear— he didn't choose her. He never loved her, even though she loved him wholeheartedly. He always treated her as insignificant. This was the first time he had ever held her. For a brief moment, Elianna was overwhelmed by confusion. She knew that his fleeting tenderness and apparent concern were nothing but a means to an end—he needed something from her, and that was why he was willing to indulge her. Elianna was staring absentmindedly, and Joseph notic

