Joseph patted his chest to reassure Josie. "Don't worry. Leave this matter to me, and everything will be fine. I'll manage my emotions properly."

After completing the necessary procedures, they returned to the car to find Deirdre leaning against the window, lost in thought. Her gaze was distant, and it was hard to tell what she was thinking.

Feeling sorry for her, Joseph spoke softly. "Deirdre, let's first take Josie and the baby back to the village. Then, I'll take you to Neve. Is that alright?"

Deirdre nodded gently, her voice hoarse as she replied, "Thank you for going through all this trouble."

Joseph and Josie exchanged a glance. Josie quickly spoke up. "You're a wonderful woman, Deirdre. Besides, you've been friends with Joseph since childhood, so you're almost like a sister to him. And if you're like a sister, that makes us family. There's no need to thank us."

Joseph chimed in, saying, "That's right. Don't burden yourself too much. We're going on this trip to confront Bren