Chapter 157 He Loved Someone

Josie breathed a sigh of relief when she realized it was easier to talk to Dexter than she expected.

She watched him place another slice of orange in his mouth and asked, “Is it sweet?”

Juice burst from the orange slice as he chewed, but it was not as sweet as the smile before him. He nodded slightly and answered, “It’s okay.”

Josie sensed he had moved closer and rushed to maintain distance between them. “Let me peel another one for you.”

Dexter reached out and grabbed her wrist, stopping her. “I have enough.”

Josie froze immediately and looked at his hand on hers. She quickly pulled her hand away and considered briefly before saying, “Dexter, I didn’t arrange to meet with Arnold that day. He cornered me. I will try my best to avoid him from now on.”

She had pondered about the matter and thought she needed to explain it.

Dexter placed the last slice of orange in his mouth and asked, “Do you like him?”

by his question. “Why do you

had all disappeared. Josie and Dexter were the only ones in the room. Their voices sounded hollow in the vast

space.

is known throughout Wavery as a womanizer. He seems respectable, well-mannered, and capable, so he has no problem getting any woman he wants. Furthermore, any woman. he interacted with couldn’t

hands, revealing the intricate lines on her palms. “Sounds

did not respond.

mask he shows the world. In actuality, he is hiding his greed beneath that mask.

stiffened again. She was asleep when they shared the bed previously. However, she was currently fully awake.

up with him and shouted, “Have you known Arnold for a long time?

at her warningly. Josie faltered and glanced elsewhere

and placed a hand on her shoulder, holding her slightly, “Let’s get upstairs first.”

entered the master bedroom and breathed a sigh of relief. “I’m

and entered the bathroom straight away. Soon, sounds of running water came from the bathroom. Josie had no choice

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