Blind Date Turned Proposal

Josie looked up and saw Arnold walking languidly toward her, dressed in casual clothes. He stood leaning against the bookshelf and spoke in a mocking tone.

She looked away and replied, “You shouldn’t have brought me away.”

I had stayed there a little longer, Mark might agree to meet me.

“I thought staying by Dexter’s side would make you wise. I didn’t expect you to be so naïve.” Arnold sneered before continuing. You should know what kind of person Mark is. He has authority over the whole city and has never experienced defeat. What makes you think he will give up a major project for you?”

Arnold said those words with resentment. At the same time, he felt guilty and concerned for her. However, he hid those feelings.

“But Mark didn’t start this project. It was Summer, right?” Josie panted as she looked into his eyes. “You joined forces with her, didn’t you?”

Arnold avoided her gaze and appeared stern. Josie, business is a battlefield. There’s no friendship, only shared profits.”

I understand. That’s why I never begged for your help even when things have come to this state. Meeting with Mark is my only hope.”

Josie’s thoughts were clear.

Dexter submitted to Mark’s demands for Russell Group’s sake and met with Summer? He never respected you as his wife,” Arnold

in the air between them and

heart and replied, “You might think I’m stupid, but I believe husband and wife are one. That means I need to

confident, stupid and clever. Arnold found it

you get to meet Mark, what then? He will always side with his daughter. What makes you think he will help you just

turned

regret choosing Russell Group. The value that Dexter

from the bedside table and brought a spoonful to

Josie remained still.

“Open your mouth.”

Josie stared at him.

agree to

choice but to open her

brew and tasted bitter. Josie wanted to spit it out