Josie's first instinct was to pull her hand back, while Dexter's immediate reaction was to tighten his grip on her hand. They both remained in a standoff, rooted to the spot.

A moment later, Dexter was the first to regain his composure. He slowly dropped her hand. "I didn't mean to scare you."

The familiar pang of forlornness and pity returned. Josie lowered her gaze, instinctively wanting to flee. "I'll be leaving." Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ ꜰindNʘvel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

She feared that if she lingered any longer, she wouldn't be able to contain her overwhelming sympathy.

But before she had walked far, a thought struck her. She turned around and asked, "Where are you staying with Grape now?"

Dexter stood under the streetlight. "At Russell Mansion, so there's no need to worry."

Josie nodded and made her way back to the house with the housekeeper.

How foolish I was to think that he would return to Mason Garden. That place is likely somewhere no one would ever wish to step foot in.

It was only after she had arrived at her room and looked out through the window that she realized she had a clear view of Dexter's car from there. He hadn't left but was still standing in the same spot, gazing in the direction of the Olsen Residence.

from the side and

before he finally got

to the floor, still unable to imagine the loneliness he suffered

evening dress delivered specially for her. "No matter what, your identity is there for all to

to flatter

recognized the brand. Back when Rachel was still around, the Olsen family threw her a birthday party,

moment, both Claudia and Mark were also there.

is also your favorite color," Mark commented. It seemed like

to wear

diffuse the situation. "It's okay. There are plenty of other clothes in the wardrobe. Changing into

However, Josie took the gown from her. "Anyway, it looks

shot her a grateful look. "Go and change

surface, it was actually filled with signs of

changing, she

"Have you lost your mind? Aren't things chaotic enough already that you even want to parade Josie around in public now? Do you really

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