Chapter 182:

As Joseph turned to go inside, Norman called him back, his voice hesitant and anxious. “Joseph… do you feel like you’ve been distancing yourself from me lately? Is there something wrong between us?”

Joseph stopped, turned, and looked at Norman, surprised by the question. “No, not at all, Norman,” Joseph replied, his voice soft yet firm. “Nothing has changed between us. It’s just that there’s been a lot going on, and I don’t want you to worry further.”

Norman was silent for a moment, but he seemed not fully convinced. He stepped closer to Joseph, quickly scanning his arm where small scratches and bruises were visible, then asked with a tone full of suspicion. “You… you’ve been fighting with someone, haven’t you?”

Joseph, although prepared for any question, paused slightly at Norman’s inquiry. “No, it’s nothing,” Joseph quickly said, but his hands involuntarily pulled his sleeve up further, hiding the bruised skin.

Norman observed Joseph closely, not missing that small gesture. “You say
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