Blind Date Turned Proposal

Leave as Soon as Possible

Josie stood by the entrance, pouring a cup of water for the police officers.

The police officers didn’t hold anything against her after she explained what happened. “Your husband looked furious. He must bully you often, they commented.

However, she kept it to herself and explained, “It’s my fault. I came out without telling him.”

“Is he that strict with you?”

“That’s how he’s always been.”

“Seeing how you and your husband act around each other, I’m sure your relationship won’t last. Listen to my advice and get away from him as soon as possible.

Josie chuckled softly, “Thanks, buddy.”

Despite her wishes, Dexter wouldn’t let her go.

The police officers had already left when Dexter exited the station. Andy went outside to make a call. Dexter leaned against the wall, a cigarette dangling from his mouth. He lit it up but didn’t take a puff. “They look quite young. I’m sure they’re just at the beginning of their careers. Shall I turn their world. upside down?”

The smoke he breathed out wafted between them.

if you’re unwilling to do so, I guess I’ll have no choice but to make them pay. Their lives would be ruined because of your little rebellion. Would you be able to sleep soundly knowing what

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you’re playing with fire. Don’t say I didn’t warn

assertive. As he spoke, Josie’s knuckles turned white from the pressure of her grip. Dexter was

blue ice,

up in amusement.

have to inform me

into a wide grin. “Sure.”

flashlight. into the car. Dexter’s eyes narrowed to slits as he growled, “What do you want? Are you thinking

The officer laughed nervously. “I didn’t recognize you before. But I wouldn’t have mistaken. you for a

searches

widened in shock at

carrying Josie away, his broad back making her look small in his arms. She had turned to look back in fear, and the photo caught her looking directly

wide with fear, and tears welled

face was a blank slate, unreadable

hive of activity, with people buzzing about the