Joseph didn’t immediately agree to let Anna come with him to the office, nor did he flat-out refuse her. Though dissatisfied, Anna knew better than to push her luck.
He helped her settle onto the sofa, and Anna let out a soft sigh. “Alright then, but can I at least message you when I miss you?”
Joseph looked at her, reaching out to gently tousle her hair. His voice softened, “Sure. If I have time, I’ll reply.”
Anna’s obedience in front of him made her seem worlds apart from the person captured in the surveillance footage. The stark contrast unsettled him.
It didn’t feel like the same person.
As doubts crept into his mind, a voice echoed within him.
'Anna saved you. You owe her this kindness.'
“I’ll wait for you at home,” Anna said, watching him carefully. She took his hand and place
