Blind Date Turned Proposal (Josie and Dexter)

Throughout their ascent to the top floor via the private elevator, Josie seemed rather distracted. She stared at Juliette's retreating figure, beginning to waver on whether to lay all her cards on the table. As time went on, it was inevitable that rumors would start to spread. Ultimately, it wasn't a sustainable plan.

"What are you daydreaming about? We're here." Juliette stepped out of the elevator and noticed Josie lost in thought, prompting her with a reminder.

It took a moment for Josie to catch on, but she managed to muster a smile and follow along. She held a gift in her hand, one that Juliette had prepared ahead of time. It was heavy, its contents unknown to her. "Dexter has a fondness for antiques. This porcelain piece, which I've acquired from elsewhere at a hefty price, would make the perfect gift for him. He'll love it," Juliette assured as they walked, assuming Josie's uneasiness.

Josie responded absentmindedly. The receptionist nodded subtly at her, filled with unspoken implications.

Dexter was in a meeting, and they had to wait. Larry ushered them into the office, his face full of smiles. "Mr. Russell will be finished soon. Please wait for a moment."

Josie's lips twitched, feeling there was always a hint of mockery in his smile.

"What can I get you two to drink? I'll go prepare it." Larry was just Dexter's secretary, but in reality, he held considerable power.

dare to slack off and respectfully said,

need to thank

myself." Before Juliette even had a chance to intervene, she had already pulled Larry into the break room outside, which was empty. Larry said,

it really that

help but chuckle. "Really, why all this fuss? Ms. Witherspoon will eventually find out everything. It will be quite a hassle

that simple. Juliette's feelings for Dexter are clearly etched on her face. She simply couldn't bear to tell Juliette the truth. "What should I say? I have no connection with Dexter now. Should I tell

Larry choked up.

Josie grabbed a box of coffee beans and scooped a handful into the

said with a meaningful tone. "However, I suspect it's already over now that Mr. Russell heard you're

poured some water and

Lost in the hum of the coffee machine, Josie found herself momentarily daydreaming. She was wrestling with a dilemma in regards to

door to the tea room abruptly swung open. Without turning around, she

She turned around and was startled