Blind Date Turned Proposal

Chapter 176 He Rushed Back

In the blink of an eye, a week had gone by. It was time for Josie to have her plaster cast removed. In the early morning. Marilyn had been busy preparing the necessity and

accompanying Josie to the hospital. Meanwhile, Josie sat at the dining table, absentmindedly picking at her breakfast.

Last night, Dexter messaged her, telling her not to wait as he would pull an all-nighter at an important business function. But now it was morning, and he still hadn’t returned.

Didn’t they agree that he would go with her to the hospital?

“What’s the matter, Jo? You look so down. Is something bothering you?” Marilyn noticed Josie’s expression. She was concerned and quickly sat beside her.

Josie mustered a smile, “Oh, it’s nothing. You’ve been taking care of me all this time. Once I fully recover, you’ll have to return to Russell Mansion. I just feel a bit sad about you leaving

so soon.”

Josie’s words brought a smile to Marilyn’s face.

saying, “I like you a lot too. But Old Mr. Russell needs someone to look after him back home. I must return to him after leaving him alone for

understanding the responsibility.

easily acknowledges his feelings. To be frank, his aloof and distant nature makes

reaching for the impossible. Just trust him, Jo. Although it might be challenging at times, just know that everything will work out. If possible, please bear with his occasional

stirred a bittersweet feeling in Josie’s heart. She nodded gratefully and

nagging worry lingered in Josie’s mind that she might disappoint Marilyn’s expectations

was running behind schedule

decided not to wait any longer

leave the premises, they spotted Dexter’s Porsche approaching from a distance. Marilyn exclaimed, “There! Dex is back!”

eyes as she rushed towards the car and grabbed the door

hadn’t slept all night, Dexter’s weariness dissipated when he saw Josie.

did you come back so late?” Josie ignored his scrutiny and quizzed

business negotiation went on throughout

you’ve been

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people dared to pressure him into drinking. On the contrary, these people should count their blessings that he didn’t chug booze down on them and

motioned for her to get in, “Come on in.

she was overjoyed as her anticipation was finally fulfilled!