Blind Date Turned Proposal

Josie lifted her gaze and stared at him in confusion. “You knew that Arnold would follow me.”

Dexter had an inscrutable expression, but it was clear that he didn’t like her reaction.

“Yes.”

Josie backed away from him. “You also knew why he went to Rivodia.”

“My men have been watching Arnold for years. We’re well aware of his connection to Wayne.”

Josie couldn’t believe what she was hearing. “So you just made a bet with my life? Didn’t your think about how I could have died because of your recklessness?”

The man’s face darkened. “I told you Arnold wouldn’t hurt you.”

“That’s because you know he likes me!” Josie felt an overwhelming sense of dread coursing through her veins. Her eyes were turning red. “You knew that Arnold would save me if Wayne tried to kill me. You were using Arnold!”

couldn’t bear the thought that her life was bet on using Arnold’s affections for her.

would feel betrayed and sad. But Dexter couldn’t help but wonder why she was reacting so strongly to the revelation. “Are you talking

He was right.

though she knew he was prying into her emotions and thoughts, she couldn’t deny. what he was implying. It was hard to erase the memories

how to explain to Dexter that

to you.” Josie’s eyes turned cold. “Does my father’s disappearance have anything to do

you should spare me some kindness the way you

still tugged at her heartstrings, but she turned.

Rivodia. I believe the incident happened in Wavery. I won’t be staying here for the

she finished her sentence, she packed her things and got ready to leave.

his spot, silently watching her as she

Josie finished packing, he seemed calmer than before. “I won’t ask my men to return. from Rivodia. They’ll keep an eye out for Arnold so that

stop to look at

your studio while you were gone. Take a look at it when you have