Chapter 184 She Was Not at Fault

Josie glanced at him and shrugged, saying casually. “Nah, just not feeling very hungry.”

To Henry’s surprise, Dexter remained unfazed, making no further attempts to coax her. However, Henry discreetly kicked Dexter beneath the table to nudge him into action.

In response, Dexter stood up, his expression a mix of helplessness and impatience. He reached down and grabbed Josie’s drooping hand, pulling her up. “If you’re not in the mood to eat, don’t force yourself.”

Dexter firmly grasped her arm and led her away.

Feeling a chill in her hand, Josie turned back to look at Henry, “But Grandpa…”

Henry responded with an affectionate smile, giving his permission, “It’s alright. Just go with Dex.”

Julie stood nearby, witnessing the scene with conflicting emotions. She interjected, “But it’s a rare.opportunity for you to be here…”

“Julie,” Henry interrupted, gesturing for her to join them. “Come on, don’t just stand there. Sit down and eat with us.”

Julie was pleasantly surprised by the gesture and quickly shook her head, “No, it wouldn’t be appropriate.”

at her, “I’m glad you

immediately grasped the implication, “I’m sorry.

warning from

should stay within her role, do her duties,

bedroom of Mason Garden, the housekeeper quickly brought two

role and shouldn’t be nosy when it wasn’t her place to do so. Standing

stood on

conversation, hinting at an update on

closed the door

off her thoughts, Josie focused on the task at hand, applying the ointment

the call, Dexter saw Josie nonchalantly closing the ointment tube and placing

frame, he tilted his head to study her. His tone was gentler, “Oh, done with your little tantrum, huh? You refused

meeting his gaze, Josie

fault.”

raised an eyebrow at her but ultimately said nothing.

words halted at the tip of her tongue. She didn’t want to give the impression of what he accused her of-being jealous and disguising her intentions with a loud voice.

things to escalate in that manner.

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