Blind Date Turned Proposal (Josie and Dexter)

Josie didn't believe it, yet she felt it was something he could have done. "You still haven't woken up?"

With a soft chuckle over the phone, Dexter said, "I was busy dealing with some matters until noon, and I only managed to get two hours of sleep."

Josie couldn't help but recall his beastly behavior in bed, leaving no trace of sympathy for him. "Serve you right."

"Jo, Josephine's father has been released," Dexter suddenly whispered.

"Why?" Josie's attempt to pour another cup of peppermint tea came to an abrupt halt. She was taken aback. The evidence of corruption should be irrefutable before an investigation is initiated. How could anyone possibly be released unscathed?

"Do you remember Summer? She was in cahoots with Arnold and managed to get involved with someone at the state level. I'm not surprised that things have escalated to this point."

"It's absurd that he's just released like this."

"Officially, they say he's suspended pending an investigation, but with his daughter involved, it's unlikely he would be let off the hook easily. So even though you're in Wavery now, you must always be mindful of your safety."

Dexter rose, his sleepiness completely gone. From a distance, the distinct click of a lighter could be heard.

the Olsen family

this point, Josie understood. Even if she was reluctant to admit it, she had

out the

while, not uttering a word, merely staring blankly at the peppermint tea before her. Time had passed, and the tea had

here and make sure Justin stays by his side. That way, he'll feel more at ease," Josie

that she agreed so readily. "He probably has some prejudices against

out a scoff. "Forget about him... Even a random passerby would have prejudices

an elite family, had managed to offend everyone she could offend in Wavery

cigarette, Dexter heard an apologetic voice from a staff member on his

wait to hear the end, immediately hanging

of the sun, one could already sense the solitude and melancholy brought about

saw the airport from two years ago, where Nathan had handed her a card. "Ten million. It's from Claudia. She insists that you

knocking interrupted Josie's train of thought. It was Emily, the one who took care of her daily needs, standing there apologetically. "Ms. Olsen, Mrs. Olsen sent me to clean your room," she said. Josie leisurely lifted

and

long have you been