Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

Xavier snapped back to the present, ignoring Ruby's comment. "Ruby, go do some snooping for me. What's the deal between Josefina and Oliver? Think she can put in a good word with him?" "Sure thing, Xavier. I'm on it. Anything to help you out, I'm game." Ruby glanced back at Xavier with each step, and her eyes were brimming with adoration, as if she was marching to the gallows. Meanwhile, Josefina was oblivious to the scene between Ruby and Xavier, engrossed in conversation with Calix.

"Josie, didn't expect to see you here. Are you also a fan of Mr. Walter? Love his paintings?"

Josefina hesitated, "I..."

"Josie, no need to be shy. I know you must be into his work. Given your taste, you must also be into Gideon's paintings, right?”

With a touch of embarrassment, Josefina admitted, "Yes, I like them." Well, she was Gideon, so how could she not like her own work? Seeing her enthusiasm, Calix chimed in, "Since you're such a fan, I'll snap up a few extra pieces for you. I'm quite fond of Gideon's work." "That's really not necessary," Josefina said, grabbing Calix's arm.

"I've got plenty of their pieces already, so no need for more. If you like them, I'll send you a few."

Calix was dumbstruck.

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Calix burst out, "Josie, I can't believe how good you are to me,

offering Calix a gift, and he was over the

Josefina continued, "I'm just giving you a gift.

affection, and my brothers will be green with envy when they find out. Promise me, out of all your brothers,

came from behind, souring Josefina's mood instantly. Ruby at an

was a hint of astonishment in her eyes. "Josie, what

Josie, as if she

it? My sister at an art show is as

by the masked man's retort, wondered, "Who is this guy?" His protective stance over Josefina was strong -