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.

you a lot too. But Old Mr. Russell needs someone to look after him

nodded, understanding the responsibility.

days. I’ve seen how your relationship with Dex has evolved. He’s not someone who articulates or easily acknowledges his feelings. To be frank, his aloof and distant nature makes it even harder for him to fall in love.” Marilyn said earnestly. Josie muttered in her heart, ‘But he has someone special in his heart, someone he cares

he likes you, go above and beyond to please you. Even if it means 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 bouts

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

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

was running behind schedule for her hospital appointment, Josie grew

to wait any longer Unlock

the premises, they spotted Dexter’s Porsche approaching

a flicker of joy illuminated Josie’s eyes as she rushed

hadn’t slept all night, Dexter’s weariness dissipated when

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

negotiation went on throughout the

sniffed, “And you’ve been drinking.”

Just a bit.”

On the contrary, these people should count their blessings that he didn’t chug booze down

the car door and motioned for her to get in, “Come on in.

was overjoyed as her anticipation