Paul nodded. He gave her a thumbs up and complimented her after he tried each dish. Josie was in a better mood after that but didn’t eat much. She found to-go boxes in the kitchen and put a little of everything into the boxes. She covered them to stop them from getting cold.

“Pop, leave it there once you’re done. I’ll come back and wash up.” Josie walked to the entrance and changed her shoes. I’m going out for a while.”

“Jo, Paul called after her. He looked distressed. “For someone like him, nothing he does is normal. If you can’t take it, don’t force yourself. Don’t make yourself miserable.”

In an instant, the rims of Josie’s eyes reddened. She quickly turned away and acknowledged it. Russell Group was still brightly lit at this time. Corporate slaves lived wretched lives.

Josie had called Dexter’s secretary in advance. She said, “Mr. Russell? He’s still in his office. Mr. Olsen is here, and they’ve been swamped today.

Other executives started a trade war, and Russell Group was involved. They’re discussing strategies.” Josie breathed a sigh of relief when she heard the explanation. “Alright. I understand.” “Should I remind Mr. Russell to call you back?”

Russell Group. A security guard stopped her. “I’m sorry, you can’t enter without tapping your card.” Josie was taken aback. “I…

“I do, but you can’t enter without a card. This is the rule. Why don’t you

card in her bag, but it didn’t work anymore because she had left. She couldn’t admit to being Mrs. Russell either because no one would believe

wait here.” Josie sat in a corner and put on a face mask. It would be too humiliating if her ex-colleagues recognized her. She didn’t see

to herself. How busy is he? Can’t he even glance at his cell phone? As she waited, the

“Who are you waiting for? Most people have left at this.

say a word. Just as she turned around, she suddenly saw. Dexter’s figure outside the Russell Group building. He was shaking hands and saying goodbye to Mark. A dainty woman stood next to Mark. She had such a distinguished demeanor that Josie knew it was Summer at

Mark got into his car, seemingly to give the two alone time.

wonder she didn’t see them. “I look forward to

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