Blind Date Turned Proposal (Josie and Dexter)

Chapter 177 Promotion to Director

As they waited, Josie leaned closer and quizzed, “What’s the deal with the Ardon farmily?”

The queue was crawling along, and soon, a nurse approached them. She politely said, “Mr. Russell, the hospital director mentioned that you could bypass the protocol. Please let me know if you need immediate attention, and F’ll make the necessary arrangements.”

Her words were veiled, but Dexter and Josie understood.

Dexter glanced at the crowd and declined with a wave of his hand, “No need for that. We’ll wait like everyone else.”

The nurse nodded and moved on.

Josie always thought he would take advantage of his status and seek special treatment, but today, his humility surprised her. Sitting beside him, she couldn’t help but admire Dexter’s down-to-earth attitude.

She gave him a thumbs-up, to which he simply beamed and didn’t say anything else.

Then, in a hushed voice, Dexter shifted back to their previous conversation, “The higher authorities have their sights set on them. The Ardon family is definitely going to face severe consequences this time.”

No wonder Arnold would also be in trouble. These intricate and complex webs of interests were bound to have far-reaching repercussions.

he was content. It seemed like victory

doctor glanced at her X-ray and prepared to remove the cast. The process didn’t take long; throughout it, Dexter stood faithfully by her side, his gaze patient and unwavering.

cast came off, feeling significantly

beat when they locked eyes.

had grown accustomed to being independent, going to school alone, eating out by herself, and even visiting doctors unaccompanied. She had managed so much on her own. But now, with him beside her, she felt an overwhelming sense of security.

doctor briefed her on post-care instructions. On the side, Dexter stealthily committed the doctor’s

me for a follow-up check at the hospital,

the esteemed Mr. Russell doesn’t need someone to feed him but can eat on his

comeback made her burst into laughter.

they got in the car, Dexter casually handed

Josie opened it and realized it was a contract-an appointment letter for her as

“Dexter…”

temple and uttered,

promote me now? You realize it’s going to stir up gossip and speculation about our relationship, right?”

secure the Sylmark project. It’s a major win! Plus, no one in the department is more qualified for

said,

expressions were needed, just a sincere and straightforward declaration of trust. Yet, it lifted