Josie failed to get through to Dexter's phone. She waited for him to call back upon receiving his message, but he never did.

Is he too occupied? It certainly seems plausible given the circumstances.

Perched on the bay window, Josie hugged her knees to her chest, staring blankly at the magnolia tree below. Lost in thought, she was interrupted by Mallory's call. "What are you up to?" she asked through the phone.

Recognizing Mallory's mischievous tone, Josie couldn't help but chuckle. "Just daydreaming," she replied casually.

Mallory's response was swift. "Daydreaming? In the vast expanse of the Olsen family's territory, with its art galleries and shopping centers? You can do better than that."

Josie sighed. "What's on your mind?"

"Since you're not busy, why don't we hang out? It's been ages since you've been back. You should revisit the wonders of your homeland," Mallory suggested.

Back in Mallory's territory, Josie mulled over the suggestion and agreed.

to meet near the bay, right by the arena belonging to the renowned

Josie took a moment to observe it quietly. She did not expect to finally see the arena she

her staff ID.

a smile. "How

in this club, and I've got a share too," she revealed, giving Josie's shoulder a

could take the express lane, and as they walked, Mallory remarked, "E-sports has become quite the trendy topic lately. Some fans are as wild about players as they are about celebrities."

young players' progress, Josie couldn't help

one posing for a

Josie nodded in agreement.

coming, I've arranged the best seat for you," a staff member

that after this arena was built, Claudia often frequented it." Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ FɪndNøvel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and

perplexed. A middle-aged woman like Claudia

came. She even made substantial donations to the club. Any guesses as to why?" Mallory's tone

past, and it seemed improbable that anyone would know she was the one who

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