Blind Date Turned Proposal

“He woke up a week ago. The doctor said there’s nothing seriously wrong for now. But with age, a major illness can take a lot out of him. He needs to take it easy and recuperate,” said Marilyn.

“Dex is always worried and comes over to check on us every day. Henry was afraid he’d neglect his duties, so he told Dex not to come anymore. Who would have thought he’d tell you? Doesn’t this just worry you?”

A look of sorrow crossed Josie’s face. She finally understood why she felt an inexplicable closeness every time she saw Henry.

It was not until she sat by the bed that Henry finally reacted and gradually focused his gaze on her face. He stared at her for a few seconds before blurting out, “It’s you, Leanne…”

It felt as if something had seized Josie’s heart.

Marilyn was startled. “He’s confused. This is Jo, Josic, not Liana.”

Josic signaled that it was okay, then immediately took hold of the old man’s thin, bony hand. She forced a smile. “Grandpa, it’s me.”

It’s me. I am Leanne, also known as Liana.

Henry also laughed with tears streaming from his dry eyes. “Is that so? I remember. I’m not confused.”

was not the best. He

nodded while holding her tears back. “You’re not confused. I

me, Leanne,” Henry said slowly. His gaze lingered on her

choked up. Eventually, her eyes turned red, and she began to sob. She rested her forehead

well? Or did you not sleep well? Leanne, you mustn’t stay up late. You need to eat

tears Josie had been holding back these past few days suddenly burst forth, and she could not help but break down into uncontrollable sobs.

these few days

recognize my grandfather the

do anything after encountering so many

carousel of images,

so hard that even Marilyn, who did not understand the reason, felt distressed.

treated her

bully you? Tell me. I’ll sort him

mentioned, Josie finally began

Very tired.” She took a deep breath and revealed her