Blind Date Turned Proposal

Chapter 257 His Mother’s Past

Knowing Dexter, Josie was confident he would come rushing back no matter what.

But Henry waved his hand, saying, “Jo, come and keep me company in the courtyard.”

Josie obliged with a pleasant smile.

The ground was littered with scraps of firecracker paper, remnants of the festive celebrations. The red debris of spent firecrackers seemed strangely forlorn at that moment.

into his armchair, and Josie was concerned he might feel cold, so she placed a thick blanket on his lap. She poured herself some Earl Grey tea and set it before her. “Did you see Dex’s

Josie’s mind at Henry’s prompt. “Um… she doesn’t seem easy to get along with.”

sip of his tea. “The last time

aback. “Hasn’t she come back all

for ruining her life. After Dex’s father died, the Russell family endured a tumultuous phase. Without her restoring stability, we might not have the Dex we know today. That’s why I’ve chosen

probed cautiously, “Why does she

of his father’s second wife. Despite that, Grant was groomed extensively from a young age and displayed immense potential. He battled his way through the obstacles presented by his

feelings for her. Unfortunately, Xanthe’s heart

So, I took Dex with me and let her go. Maybe they crossed paths a few times as Dex grew up, but I never saw her

and countless questions, but all she managed to say was, “Grandpa, was Dexter

unhappy; he was downright miserable. But thankfully, there was a girl who was there for him during those years, and