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.

witnessing their intense confrontation.

Xanthe raised her hand and slapped Dexter across the face.

turned from the impact. Startled, Josie quickly rushed out of the car and

you are? It’s

of the authoritative Xanthe. Summoning her courage, she wanted to protect Dexter. “Didn’t you hear

gust of wind could knock her down. She glanced at the wedding rings

to say something, but the words failed to

a boring

Dexter as she challenged, “Are you really just going to stand there and let this woman fight

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

about what

the driver locked it. She was confined inside, only able

words, but their voices were

feel her heart pounding in her

What does she want? Why did Dexter seem trapped, refuse to face

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