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.

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

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

a sip of his tea. “The last time I saw

“Hasn’t she come

can’t stand the sight of the son she brought into the world simply because she blames the Russell family for ruining her life. After Dex’s father died, the Russell

cautiously, “Why does she

groomed extensively from a young age and displayed immense potential. He battled his way

daughter of the prominent Quorn family. It wasn’t just some business arrangement; Grant bore romantic feelings for her. Unfortunately, Xanthe’s heart belonged to someone else. Consumed by obsession, Grant went to extreme lengths to drive Xanthe’s lover out of Wavery, plunging their marriage into despair and confinement.

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

understanding becoming clearer. She had been grappling with conflicting emotions and countless questions, but all she managed to say

wasn’t just unhappy; he was downright miserable.