Blind Date Turned Proposal (Josie and Dexter)

Josie pressed her lips together, her smile fading. "I understand what you're implying, but it's not true. The only reason I'm still here today is because of the contract I have with him—a hundred days. If I can resolve the issue with Arnold, I'll immediately leave with the child."

Justin sized her up. "I'm afraid your lingering feelings are still there, and you haven't even realized it yourself."

That single sentence struck Josie's heart. She was momentarily stunned, then shook her head. "Impossible."

Justin remained silent.

"It's all just for show. Don't worry," Josie said seriously.

Justin nodded, seemingly lost in thought. He hesitated before saying, "Dexter is a cunning man. Don't let him manipulate you. In any case, avoid being with him."

Right then, someone at the dining table called out to them. Josie said, "All right. Let's eat."

The two of them stepped into the light, only to see Dexter descending the stairs. Josie's heart skipped a beat. She was unsure if he had heard anything, but the man's expression remained unchanged as he asked, "What's wrong?"

Josie averted her gaze. "Nothing."

by all, both guests and hosts alike. Initially, everyone was quite nervous. After all, it was their first time having such close contact with Dexter. They hadn't expected him to dine with them. However, Dexter was not only approachable but also managed to strike up a

any affectation or ostentation was

Josie was observing from the sidelines, discerning

potential to earn everyone's fondness. Evidently,

didn't understand the complexities involved. Before leaving, she said to Josie,

was speechless. It seems she fell at the

this meal, he had consumed some and was slightly tipsy.

with a hint of unease. She wasn't quite

blurry,

"What?"

Xanthe here. How do you want to deal with

taken aback. "Didn't

her. I brought her

humbled at that

that Dexter did not love Xanthe and had no feelings for her, but there was always some form of resentment. The