Chapter 483

I was momentarily stunned by Joanna's question. In my past life, I had been fixated on finding my perceived light, chasing after Sophia until I unknowingly fell in love with her. Later, when I discovered that the person who had saved me all those years ago was actually Joanna, I had thought about repaying her, about thanking her—but I had never truly asked myself whether I liked her. When I didn't respond, Joanna blinked playfully and smiled. "You're not saying anything. Does that mean you don't like me?" I quickly shook my head, a bitter smile tugging at my lips. "Honestly, I don't know if I like you or not. But I do know that I genuinely want to repay you." She nodded slightly, speaking as she walked ahead. "Joshua, I saved you back then because I wanted to. I don't need your gratitude or for you to like me out of obligation. Just follow your heart." I hurried to match her pace, my gaze fixed on her. "Is there anything you need my help with?" She shook her head gently and repl