Blind Date Turned Proposal (Josie and Dexter)

Dexter had already turned and left, entering the playroom filled with toys. He squatted down with a smile. "Is it really that enjoyable?"

Upon seeing him enter, Grape immediately put down her toy, intending to go out and find her mother.

Dexter's large hand stopped her, pulling her into his embrace. The scent of milk on her was overwhelming, more soothing than any sleeping pill he had ever taken. "Let Mommy have some peace for a while. Don't disturb her just yet."

Grape clearly didn't quite understand, but she obediently nestled in Dexter's arms. Her tiny fingers touched the corner of his mouth. "Mr. Russell, you're bleeding."

It's because of your mother. Upon hearing her address him, Dexter felt a pang of sorrow. He raised an eyebrow. "Would you mind wiping it clean for me?"

As Grape clumsily wiped for him, the door was suddenly pushed open from the outside. Josie's chest heaved as she looked at the man and child huddled together. "Where is Paul?"

Startled by Josie's actions, Grape exclaimed, "Mommy..."

Josie's hand, clutching the watch, was trembling. She repeated once more, "Where is Paul?"

Dexter patted Grape's back gently before he stood up. "He's getting checked at the hospital."

Josie's brows furrowed tightly, her expression a mix of apprehension and disbelief as if she was close to home yet feeling incredulous. "Is he safe?"

a reassuring answer. "He's completely safe. He won't

exhaled deeply. "The

arms, clinging to her

do was gently pat her daughter's head, then fix her gaze on

It's not suitable for a meeting.

stubbornly unmoved, absolutely unwilling to

such, Dexter asked, "Josie, do you still wish to see

could only muster all her strength to

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Josie had no choice but to lie in bed, forcing herself to sleep. However, after years of searching that had finally led to her redemption, she found it impossible to fall asleep. She tossed and turned, staring at the

had been coaxed

there was a sound at the door, followed by the approach of steady

sat up in bed, silently staring in the direction of

left in your room. She mentioned before bedtime that she wants to play with it

came to retrieve

"Mhm," Josie said softly.

of him searching for his toys. She clenched the corner of the blanket.