Blind Date Turned Proposal (Josie and Dexter)

Chapter 176 He Rushed Back

In the blink of an eye, a week had gone by. It was time for Josie to have her plaster cast removed. In the early morning. Marilyn had been busy preparing the necessity and

accompanying Josie to the hospital. Meanwhile, Josie sat at the dining table, absentmindedly picking at her breakfast.

Last night, Dexter messaged her, telling her not to wait as he would pull an all-nighter at an important business function. But now it was morning, and he still hadn’t returned.

Didn’t they agree that he would go with her to the hospital?

“What’s the matter, Jo? You look so down. Is something bothering you?” Marilyn noticed Josie’s expression. She was concerned and quickly sat beside her.

Josie mustered a smile, “Oh, it’s nothing. You’ve been taking care of me all this time. Once I fully recover, you’ll have to return to Russell Mansion. I just feel a bit sad about you leaving

so soon.”

Josie’s words brought a smile to Marilyn’s face.

She let out a doting sigh and gently clasped Josie’s hand, saying, “I like you a lot too. But Old Mr. Russell needs someone to look after him back home. I must return to him after leaving him alone for so long.”

understanding the responsibility.

relationship with Dex has evolved. He’s not someone who articulates or easily acknowledges his feelings. To be frank, his aloof and distant nature

Dex likes you, and that’s the most important thing. Don’t worry, when he likes you, go above and beyond to please you. Even if it means reaching for the impossible. Just trust him, Jo. Although it might

bittersweet feeling in Josie’s heart. She nodded gratefully and said, “Thanks, Marilyn, I will

worry lingered in Josie’s mind that she might

running behind schedule for her hospital appointment,

not to wait any longer Unlock

they spotted Dexter’s Porsche approaching from a distance. Marilyn exclaimed, “There! Dex is

illuminated Josie’s eyes as she rushed towards the car and grabbed the

in his furrowed brows, as if he hadn’t slept all night, Dexter’s weariness dissipated when he saw Josie. He beamed and said, “You shouldn’t be

so late?” Josie ignored his scrutiny and quizzed him.

went on throughout the

you’ve been drinking.”

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his status, not many people dared to pressure him into drinking. On the contrary, these people should count their blessings that he didn’t chug booze

the car door and motioned for her to get in, “Come on in. We should head to the hospital now.”

all morning, she was overjoyed as her anticipation was finally