Chapter 662 His Longing for Her Was Overwhelming

Unexpectedly, the slap did not elicit any visible reaction from Joseph. He remained transfixed on the diamond ring in his hand, repeating Chloe's name over and over in a sorrowful whisper.

‘Did she truly choose death over becoming my wife?’

Everything was burned down, leaving only the diamond ring. Perhaps he should not have tried to protect her in his own way, but he could not let go of her. He wanted to be a good husband. He wanted to cherish her, love her, and take responsibility for his past mistakes. But now, he would not have the chance to do so.

Lucas could not bear to see Joseph this way. “Sir, I’m so sorry for your loss.”

Joseph clenched his heart, and suddenly, the scene before his eyes transformed. In the blazing operating room, Chloe was trapped in a corner and her body was slowly being consumed by the flames. She struggled in pain, but no one came to rescue her. She watched as her body burned to ashes in the raging flames. Finally, she seemed to see him and cried out h