Josie chatted for a while before exhaustion overwhelmed her. She lay on her arm, on the verge of falling asleep.

Dexter half-squatted beside her, tucking her in. "Sleep well. The weather tomorrow will be good."

Josie's consciousness faded. She felt somewhat disjointed.

The weather the next daydid turn out to begood. When Josie woke up, the sunlight streamed in, warming her arms and rousing her from sleep. She sat up and saw Grape sitting on the sofa in the hall. The little girl was absorbed in a book, waitingpatientlyfor her to wake up.

A wave of guilt surged within Josie. She stepped forward. "What are you reading?"

Upon hearing her voice, Grape immediately threw down the book and threw herself into Josie's arms. "Mommy, you're finally awake!"

Josie gently patted her head.

"Why are you here all alone?"

"Daddy said he went out for a meeting and willbe backsoon. Mommy, are you hungry? There's food in the kitchen!" Grape looked up, eagerly awaiting her praise. She held her hand with a bright smile. Josie had little appetite and shook her head. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ FɪndNøvel.ɴᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

The Russell Mansion always boasted the most stunning views. Their garden was in full bloom, brimming with the beauty of hibiscus trees. The golden osmanthus lining the paths was also in its prime season, with orange-yellow petals scattered all over the ground, releasing a captivating fragrance.

these ancient buildings

it had been a long time since she

was familiar with many

Josie, most of the attendants displayed expressions of deep unease, yet they still

always referred

around until Grape led her to the main hall. It was spacious, with floor-to-ceiling windows through which one could

a lighter in his hand, pressing it intermittently

blurted out,

her

often zoned out whenever he faced something that didn't pique his interest. However, if you were to ask

That was Dexter.

in thought, a voice suddenly came.

corridor. She looked older now, about forty or fifty years old, but she wore a gown,

"Are you..."

seems you forget old acquaintances easily.

people. However, because of the family's complex branches, she forgot most of them after the meeting. It

Josie looked apologetic.

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