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.

held her breath, witnessing their intense

hand and slapped Dexter across the

Startled, Josie quickly rushed out of the car and

think you are? It’s not your place

courage, she wanted to protect Dexter. “Didn’t you hear him say that his mother had

furious chuckle. Her frail figure made her seem delicate, as if a gust of wind could knock her down. She

something, but the words failed

expected,

really just going to stand there and let

lips, he exuded intense aggression. Once again, he pulled Josie protectively behind him.

anxious about what might

called for his bodyguards. Josie had no choice but to enter the car reluctantly. The door closed, and the driver locked it. She

but their voices

her heart pounding in her

What does she want? Why did Dexter seem

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