Josie endured a fitful night's sleep, jolting awake multiple times in the darkness. Consequently, she appeared somewhat pallid and fatigued as dawn approached. Despite her evident misery and exhaustion, her innate elegance remained undiminished.

"You're up quite early," remarked Emily, her surprise evident. "Mr. Olsen just headed out for his morning run, and Mrs. Olsen is still in bed."

Perplexed, Josie took a seat and asked, "Morning run?"

That didn't seem right. Mark had been in poor health in the past, often visiting the hospital. How could he now have the energy for morning jogs?

Noting Josie's confusion, Emily explained, "Yes, Mr. Olsen always has this habit, saying it's a way to stay physically active."

Such a habit must have been cultivated only within the past couple of years.

Josie nursed a splitting headache, gesturing to Emily for a cup of coffee. Her mind started to drift, replaying Justin's words once more.

Something wasn't right. Justin had always been opposed to her going back to the Olsen Residence. Yet yesterday, he seemed oddly indifferent, dodging the issue altogether.

could unravel the mystery, the sharp roar of a sports car shattered the silence. She glanced up to see a brand-new Rolls-Royce flawlessly parked at the

sudden return?"

was unmistakably Zach, his purpose evident. Ignoring the servants, he made a

was delighted to see him. She eased back into her chair,

twisted in fury. His glare bore into Josie, his voice dripping with

arched an eyebrow. "And who might

forward, seizing Josie's arm and forcibly pulling her away. "You've got nerve, returning to the Olsen Residence. I've

She swiftly broke free, pivoting to pin Zach's arm against the table. “All flash and no substance. That won't cut it." Writhing in agony, Zach struggled desperately. "Let me

pleas, Josie tightened her grip. Zach's voice rose

me." Josie leaned

a sneer contorting his face. "You're not worthy

swiftly evaded the spittle. "Then don't blame me for not showing

worry and unsure of what to

things with Zach. Sustaining the struggle had taxed her

I've seen a dog causing chaos in its own backyard," Josie remarked, straightforward and

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