Blind Date Turned Proposal

“Mrs. Russell,” Moses said respectfully. He had worked with Dexter for so long that it was natural to him.

Josie did not want to cause a scene. “Please leave. Xenia brought reporters with her. It would be troublesome if the matter gets on the news.” Although she hated Xenia, she did not want to use violence against her.

Moses remained still. “Anyone who dares to publish anything shall die.”

Xenia trembled as she lay on the floor. Josie could not stand it anymore. “Please listen to me and let her. go. I don’t want to pursue the matter. I want to forget what happened today.”

Moses was uncertain and turned to Dexter for instruction. Josie followed his line of sight and looked into Dexter’s eyes.

She knew Dexter had instructed Moses to do this.

Moses kicked Xenia and said, “Fine, I’m willing to let it go if you apologize to Mrs. Russell and admit that you slandered her.”

“You… you….” Tears fell from Xenia’s eyes.

went to Dexter and said urgently, Tell

but now, she protected her. Dexter suddenly grew furious and grabbed Josie’s chin. “She slandered you. How could you plead for mercy on her behalf? Josie, it’s pointless to pretend

fanned the flame of Josie’s anger. However, she did not want to argue

prompting Moses to stand straight

filled with tears. She considered quickly and swallowed her anger. “Mrs. Russell… I’m sorry.

apology to be due to Dexter’s threat. Still, she could not help but find

her. “Why aren’t you leaving yet?”

helped her to stand up and dragged her away. All the while, Xenia cried profusely and looked pitiful

maid retreated, leaving

her arm from him. “You have gone

him and wrapped his arms around her waist. He embraced her and said softly. “How can I defend you if you relent

you do this…”

you going to let them

me after what you did? People will still spread the word even