Ste recounted her earlier discussion with Abby for Joshua.


    Joshua nodded slightly. "Yes, that approach works."


    Ste and Abby exchanged a look. It was clear Joshua wasn''t in a good state.


    Abby had wanted to talk to Ste about Joshua, but he was sticking so close to her that she couldn''t find an opportunity.


    After making an excuse to leave, Abby texted Ste.


    [Star, I think Joshua might be sick.]


    Ste had also noticed something was off with Joshua, but she didn''t know how serious it was.


    She knew he suffered from severe headaches that could make him lose control.


    She had also learned from Beckett Torres that Joshua had undergone hypnosis to treat them, and then there were the rumors about the Gardner family...


    Ste had a vague guess about Joshua''s condition.


    However, in all the time Joshua had been by her side, aside from his frequent insomnia, Ste didn''t think the so-called Gardner family illness was as dramatic as the rumors imed.


    In fact, she thought they were exaggerated.


    Just as Ste was lost in thought, her phone rang.


    The caller ID showed an unknown number.


    Ste answered the call. "Hello, who is this?"


    A cool, clear female voice came from the other end.


    "Ms. Cameron, this is Laurel Quinn. Is this a good time to talk?"


    Ste gave Joshua a subtle nce before getting up and walking toward the window.


    Even in the same room, Joshua didn''t follow her too closely.


    Seeing her take a call by the window, Joshua just looked at her for a moment before staying seated.


    "It is," Ste said.


    "I assume Joshua is with you, so


    eln


    be brief," Laurel said. "Joshua''s condition is showing signs of rpse. He needs to start treatment immediately.


    When are you free, Ms. Cameron? I think we need to meet and talk."


    She paused, then added, "It would be best not to let Joshua know about our conversation for now."


    Ste was silent for a moment. "Alright, I understand."


    Laurel spoke again. "Ms. Cameron, I hope you can make this a priority. His condition can''t be put off.


    Of course, if you need my cooperation in any way, I will provide my full support."


    After hanging up, Ste turned and saw Joshua leaning back in his chair, rubbing his head as if it were aching.


    Ste quickly walked over. "Joshua, what''s wrong? Is your head hurting again?"


    "I probably haven''t been resting welltely," he said in a low voice. "A few more days of rest should do the trick."


    A hint of worry appeared on Ste''s face.


    It seemed her meeting with Laurel Quinn needed to be scheduled as soon as possible.


    Laurel Quinn was Joshua''s ex-wife and partner; she must know his condition very well.


    Let


    The problem was, Joshua followed her everywhere now. Trying to meet Laure Quinn without him knowing. was nearly impossible.


    Ste didn''t want to send him away, which might only cause him more anxiety.


    No matter what, Joshua''s condition was the top priority.


    Ste thought for a long time before finally deciding to tell the truth.


    One lie would only lead to countless others to cover it up.


    She couldn''t let him get lost in anxious thoughts, especially when he was already unwell.


    With that in mind, Ste said, "Joshua, Abby told me that Beckett and Laurel Quinn helped a lot while was missing and handled some of the aftermath. I''d like to meet with Laurel Quinn and talk to her alone, Would that be okay?"


    Joshua''s hand, which had been rubbing his head, froze.


    He looked at Ste, and it seemed he instantly guessed what this was about.


    His eyes narrowed, but he didn''t press for details. Instead, he just said, "Okay."