Blind Date Turned Proposal

Chapter 249 New Year’s Eve

Mason Garden was filled with a festive mood on New Year’s Eve.

Josie dragged Dexter along early in the morning to hang up some decorations at the entrance. Dexter was tall and could easily put them up. He turned to ask Josie if the angle was appropriate.

Josie observed carefully and said, “Hmm.. Slightly to the left. Yeah, yeah. Looks good now”

Marilyn, who was watering the plants, said to Henry with a wide grin. “Dex has never helped to decorate the house all these years. Only Jo could persuade him.”

Dexter complained, “Ms. Marilyn, I was busy the past few years. You make it sound like I’m lazy”

That’s true. When have you not been busy? I’m glad that Jo is around this year. Marilyn looked at Jo and gave her a thumbs up.

her over. “Come here, Jo. This is my new year’s gift to you.

an envelope filled with a pile of cash. Josie rejected it immediately. “I can’t accept it, Grandpa. I’m a working adult now, so I shouldn’t

issue at all. No matter how old you are, you’re still a child to me. Moreover, you are my new granddaughter-in-law.

who nodded, signaling her to accept

there were only two of them, Josie whispered, “That’s too much money. I should

you.”

from Grandpa. You may keep it for yourself.”

you said so, I shall take it.” Upon perceiving Dexter’s noncommittal stance, Josie was assured and

check in on Paul. Paul was taken good care of by the servants, who were more dedicated than the caretakers. Not only that, she could visit him whenever she wanted. So, she was extremely grateful to

me.” Sitting beside the bed, Josie held Paul’s hand and mumbled, “Please wake up soon. Dexter’s grandpa is old and lonely. If you regain consciousness, he must be glad to have someone to chat with. Last time, he asked me what your occupation was before you fell ill. I told him proudly that you were a great doctor who has served the poor and sick for

way, you might not know that Dexter’s father passed away long ago. Dexter is a cold person. How great it would be if you could

knock on the door. “Mrs. Russell, the