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.”

the best. He lacked energy and was

while holding her tears back. “You’re not confused. I came to see you.

die. We all will eventually. Don’t worry about me, Leanne,” Henry said slowly. His gaze lingered on her with reluctance to let go.

Eventually, her eyes turned red, and she began to sob. She

Or did you not sleep well? Leanne, you mustn’t stay up late. You need to eat on time. You’ve grown so much. It’s been

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

days

recognize my grandfather the first time I saw

encountering so many things

flashed before her like a carousel of images,

even Marilyn, who did not understand

her and treated her as if she were his own

me. I’ll sort

Dexter was mentioned, Josie finally began to calm down.

a deep breath