On their way back to their home halfway up the hill, Moses was suddenly taken by surprise. "Isn't that... Mr. Bastille?"

Dexter and Josie simultaneously looked up, only to see Morgan sitting leisurely in the yard of the mansion across the street, basking in the sun. In front of him, a pot of coffee was brewing, creating a serene atmosphere.

Morgan? Why is he here?

Confronted with the same confusion from Dexter, Josie responded immediately, "It wasn't me. I have no idea."

After they got out of the car, Morgan opened his eyes. "Oh, Mr. Russell, you're out early."

Dexter, on the other hand, showed no signs of surprise. He walked into Morgan's courtyard and said, "Mr. Bastille, I've come to ask for a cup of coffee."

Morgan chuckled. "My coffee is inexpensive. You might not find it to your liking."

He didn't pour Dexter a cup.

Josie followed him inside. She immediately pulled Morgan up and led him further in, asking bluntly, "What are you doing here?"

deal about buying a house in the

a big deal, but how could it be such a coincidence

of helplessness, Josie asked, "Didn't you go broke? Where did you

closer to her, his demeanor servile yet respectful. "In fact, even after supporting you and your child

toward him. "You're crazy, you didn't... move here because of me,

was a rather narcissistic thought, but indeed, it was something he was likely

"That's right. You and Dexter haven't

a child now. If you want to find a partner, you can have anyone, and I believe you've been searching plenty these past two years, so why are you still hung up on me?" She truly doubted that Morgan had this much sentimental attachment to his first

chuckled. "You really

not come in. He poured himself a cup of coffee,

matter if you

left speechless, choking on his words. Before she left, she said curtly. "Whatever.

her and said to Morgan with

recliner. "We'll be seeing each other often in the future. Do

to walk away. Dexter responded with an "okay"

nothing I can do."

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