Blind Date Turned Proposal

That’s a relief,” said Dexter as he reached out to pick up the tea kettle and added some hot water to Mark’s rup. “Have you seen the neurosurgeon I recommended you last time?”

Mark closed his eyes and continued to rest. “Treating the symptoms rather than the root cause won’t solve this problem

Claudia stared at the Catholic rosaries on Dexter’s wrist for a long time and finally exchanged a glance with Josic.

There was an inexplicable sense of guilt and pity in Claudia’s eyes.

“Don’t worry, Dexter. I will take good care of Father this winter,” Arnold reassured, emphasizing Father

Dexter raised an eyebrow and said, “I heard that the Carter group initiated a project with the government. Aren’t you busy with that?”

Josie felt a searing gaze as soon as it was mentioned.

Arnold sneered, “We are in good hands. We have someone trustworthy overseeing the project.”

“Arnold has a lot on his plate, but I believe he can make time,” Dexter said flatly. He turned to Summer and continued, “Don’t let the pressure get to you, Sum. It’s normal for the elders to hesitate since some of your past decisions were made recklessly. What do

you think?”

before

since she joined, although it

She gave him a twisted smile and replied, “Mr. Russell is right, I understand.”

get enough of you, can

Josie,” Dexter admitted and continued, “She heard

those words. Summer’s eyes narrowed in disbelief.

about Mark? Did she know something?

a mutual understanding between the

seconds, Summer’s heart

has always been nice to me. He is ill, and I am quite concerned

care of

bit her bottom lip as

the door with a breakfast tray. “Mr. Olsen, it’s time for

announced.

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straight ahead but accidentally bumped into Josie before gracefully stepping aside to let her pass.