Chapter 551

"Half a year later?" I widened my eyes in shock. Just as I was about to say something else, a sudden realization hit me—back in my previous life, the only reason I was able to get treated by Dr. Pierce was because of Sophia's influence. Without her, I would never have been able to book an appointment with such a renowned psychiatrist. My grip on my phone tightened abruptly. My downcast eyes reflected the turmoil inside me. The next moment, the assistant's gentle voice sounded again. "That's right. Dr. Pierce's schedule is fully booked for the next six months. You can try scheduling again then." Before I could say another word, the assistant hung up. The cold, mechanical tone jolted me back to reality. Lowering my phone, I turned to Joanna, who was standing expectantly beside me and felt a wave of guilt. If it weren't for my arrogance, she wouldn't have gone through the cycle of hope and disappointment. That thought made my heart sink. Just as I was about to apologize, Juliette