Blind Date Turned Proposal

The road came alive with a parade of sleek, black luxury cars, neatly spaced about five meters apart, cruising down the empty thoroughfare.

The rain pelted down incessantly, creating a rhythmic symphony on the car roofs. At the same time, raindrops painted graceful trails on the windowpanes.

Breaking the silence, Dexter’s voice carried a tinge of nostalgia, “It’s been a while since Wavery saw rain. this heavy.”

Leanne lowered her gaze, “We’ve had a two-month dry spell. Spring is here finally, bringing the inevitable. rain.”

“After this storm passes, the weather will gradually warm up.”

Dexter removed the rosary from his wrist, his fingers methodically tracing each bead, his expression a mystery.

Despite the car’s spacious design, their whispered exchange seemed to confine their surroundings.

The man casually shifted his posture, stretching out his long legs. One hand rested casually on his knee, projecting an air of relaxation.

In contrast, Leanne appeared slightly constrained.

“Dex… Why didn’t you clarify things today? When you didn’t answer the phone, were you out hunting for her father’s whereabouts?”

Earlier that day, Dexter had received news that someone had sighted Paul. Yet, upon his arrival, the informant had changed his story, claiming it was a misunderstanding.

miss the subtle machinations at play. Swiftly withdrawing, he ordered his bodyguards to give the informant

due to the escalating violence

a teain to locate Josie,

information seemed intertwined

events led to their unexpected

Dexter and Josie were both gauging

Dexter sighed,

she might not believe your

self-mockery, “Perhaps

a thoughtful look from Dexter. “Don’t worry about

you are.” Leanne sensed his uncase. It was clear that Josie’s

a wry smile, his fingers fidgeting with

glint in her eyes. “Dex… Why do you keep me close despite Mrs.

look at her, “You’re my

I’m not interested in being

words were almost on

downwards, and Leanne’s eyes gleamed brightly

caution, our driver won’t speed. It’ll take us about an hour to reach the Olsen Residence at our current pace. It could get exhausting. You should take a

ignored her

else, her implied meaning might have been

on his leg was tender, brushing over