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.

her breath, witnessing

hand and slapped Dexter

turned from the impact. Startled, Josie quickly rushed out of the car and shielded him, admonishing Xanthe, “What have you

It’s not your place to interfere

Xanthe. Summoning her courage, she wanted to protect Dexter. “Didn’t you hear him say that his mother had

let out a furious chuckle. Her frail figure made her seem delicate, as if a gust of wind could knock her

to say something, but the words failed

expected, a

Dexter as she challenged, “Are you really just going

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

about what might

The door closed, and the driver locked

but their voices

heart pounding in her

come back? What does she want? Why did Dexter seem trapped, refuse to face her, yet unable to confront

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