Blind Date Turned Proposal

It was clear that Dexter was behind the problem that was crippling the Carter Group. Mark, however, seemed to be turning a blind eye. This could be because he didn’t care about Arnold, or perhaps he simply valued Dexter too much to lose him.

“I heard you took Leanne to see Old Mr. Russell a few days ago,” Mark commented, swiftly changing the subject.

Dexter was not at ease with Mark’s use of the nickname “Leanne” to address Heather, even though it was a nickname he had been familiar with in the past.

It was natural to cling to the precious memories they had shared, but it was also an undeniable truth that his heart belonged to Josie..

“Yes, Grandpa was pleased to see her.”

“I’ll go see Grandpa more often when I have the time. I missed him a lot, too,” Heather added, her voice filled with longing.

Dexter nodded dismissively, then took a sip of his cocktail.

Mark’s words were bold and unwavering. “That’s kind of you, Dexter,” he said. “Old Mr. Russell was very fond of Leanne and took care of her. She should be visiting him more often. Also, you were so close with Leanne ever since you two were kids. You should spend more time together.”

Claudia cleared her throat to interrupt him. “They’re adults now,” she enunciated, her voice firm. “They’ll figure things out on their own. There’s no need for you to meddle in their relationship.”

to him. He felt like Mark was treating him like he wasn’t even married, as

his eyes and lowered his head, the crease in his forehead deepened as he thought

the lounge area. A server came

let anyone come in,” he

crack. The server’s eyes widened when he saw who was standing there.

“Ms. Olsen…”

She was holding a glass in her

she had come in unannounced.

only two people in the lounge.

next to him. “My father crossed the line just now,” she said softly. “I hope you don’t

Josie. “You’ve never called her Ms.

Mrs. Russell, but now she called her “Ms. Warren.” It was as if she was trying to erase any trace of their relationship.

you don’t mind..

mind,” Dexter snorted. “But she

her eyes filled with despair, and her mouth turned into a frown. She looked like she was about to