Blind Date Turned Proposal

Morgan’s phone lay untouched on the edge of the bathtub, the message from Josie still illuminated on the screen. He had not saved her contact; the location in Wavery displayed on the screen was enough for him to recognize the sender.

Laura, on the other hand, was puzzled by the unexpected message. An unsettling feeling crept over her, like a whisper of foreboding that sent shivers down her spine. “Who is this?” she asked, seeking an explanation.

Morgan’s lips curved into a scornful smile, his demeanor now devoid of the compassionate psychiatrist he had portrayed. “Does anyone else in this world care enough about you to make an effort to look for you?” he retorted mockingly.

His façade as a gentle psychiatrist had dropped, and he had no desire to play the role of her savior. He revealed his true colors without a shred of mercy.

The puzzle pieces fell into place as Laura’s mind connected the dots. Her voice quivered as she confronted Morgan, “It’s… Josie! You know Josie!”

Memories surged through her like a tidal wave-Josie’s odd behavior whenever Morgan’s name was mentioned, the advice he gave her to hinder Dexter’s search for Josie, and the countless times he must have manipulated their interactions to serve his hidden agenda.

Morgan maintained a composed demeanor, not revealing any emotions, even with Laura’s accusations.

“So… you stayed in Wavery for Josie and approached me for Josie too…” The realization hit her like a ton of bricks, and her body trembled uncontrollably. Laura had unknowingly become a pawn in his elaborate game, a mere tool for him to manipulate and use to his advantage.

pawn in the scheme, had foolishly fallen in

quivered with disbelief

known Josie even before, Dexter,” he whispered softly, his breath brushing against her ear. “Do you want to hear our story? It’s quite the

as his words washed over her,

anticipation and reunions filling the air. Among the crowd, Josie stood with eager eyes. She had obtained Dexter’s flight information from Larry

his eyes when he spotted her approaching him. Josie rushed towards him and threw herself into his

did you come?” Dexter inquired, his voice filled with

and she looked up at him, her eyes shining with adoration. “I told you, one day without seeing

her put on her mask. “Are you

eyes sparkling with mischief.

his

raised her eyebrows in response, a playful glint in her eyes. “Have you brought

asked.

holding her hand as they exited the airport together. “Wavery has that brand

those shoes. “But they won’t be the same. When I was little, whenever my father went out to work, he would bring me a small gift when he returned. I would be so happy the entire day.