Blind Date Turned Proposal

The feud between the Carters and the Russells had deep roots, hence Scar’s intense animosity toward them.

As the words left Scar’s mouth, Arnold kicked him in the belly. “Keep yapping, and I might finish you off first!”

“Relax, man. Amidst the commotion, Dexter’s attention was snagged by faint makeup smudges on Arnold’s shoulder. They appeared to be imprints left by a woman resting against him.

He gestured to Leanne, who promptly handed him a cigarette.

Dexter extracted one and passed Josie a lighter, motioning for her to ignite it.

Josie’s nerves were taut and reluctant.

A faint smile tugged at the corner of Dexter’s lips. “Go on, light it.”

She hesitated for a moment before taking the lighter. With a snap, a spark of fire illuminated the sharp arch of the man’s brows and his eyes.

Smoke filled his lungs, and Dexter released a long exhale, finally easing a bit.

It had been a while since he had smoked. He’d promised to quit, and since then, he’d refrained from touching a cigarette.

Tonight was the first exception.

wiping his fingers

was refocused on Leanne.

no longer felt inferior, exuding confidence

mean

you didn’t know, you two are related. She’s your sister-

if I’ll ever have the chance to be your brother-in-law in the

clear, and Dexter’s

stepped forward and said, “Mr. Carter, you’ve crossed

was still present.

like that, saying what’s on his mind or nothing. By the way, Ms. Olsen, I’m curious why you’ve come here

her breaking point, unable to stand on the sidelines of

atmosphere was becoming unbearable, and she needed relief.

locked eyes

wavered as she grappled with Josie’s question.

she seemed on the verge of speaking

fingers, his demeanor gradually taking on a darker edge.

had already pieced together much of

and cherished daughter of the Olsen family, you likely find it somewhat beneath you and not entirely fitting to work at the Russell Group, given that it doesn’t enhance the prestige of your Ms. Olsen persona. But shouldn’t you be accountable for the role you’ve willingly taken

to pass on to Mr. Russell? My hunch is you didn’t.” Josie knew it was Leanne who had answered the call

being granted access to Dexter’s personal calls, Leanne, who had only recently joined the Russell