Chapter 256 My Mother Died Early

Josie unconsciously curled her toes, feeling exposed under the woman’s penetrating gaze.

“We should go now. Grandpa’s waiting for us at home,” Dexter said with indifference. He took hold of Josie’s hand and guided her towards the car.

Just as he was about to step inside, Xanthe said, “Dexter, I just got back. Will you join me in paying respects to your father?”

A hush fell over the crowd.

Dexter, one foot already in the car, paused and straightened his posture. He responded with a detached tone, “Who are you?”

Xanthe’s pupils dilated, the creases around her eyes deepening. “I’m your mother.”

“Mother? My mother passed away long ago, he retorted.

His remark left some people gasping in shock.

breath, witnessing their intense

Xanthe raised her hand and slapped Dexter

Josie

do you think you are? It’s not your place to interfere while

authoritative Xanthe. Summoning her courage, she wanted to protect Dexter. “Didn’t you hear him say that

a gust of wind could knock her down. She glanced at

but the words failed to

as expected, a boring

challenged, “Are you really just going to stand there and let this woman

the blood at the corner of his lips, he exuded intense aggression. Once again, he pulled Josie protectively behind him. “Go ahead

about what might

to enter the car reluctantly. The door closed, and the driver locked it. She was confined inside, only able

but their voices

heart pounding in

does she want? Why

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