Blind Date Turned Proposal

She was rich since childhood and, thus, had a basic ability to appreciate its value.

She gave a sidelong glance. “It’s not worth much. What’s valuable is her identity.”

Josie glanced at the notice board nearby. It clearly stated that after the exhibition, there would be a small auction. All proceeds from the auction would be donated entirely to impoverished mountainous regions.

“If you say it like that, won’t she get angry?”

Laura propped her chin with one hand, glancing at Heather, who was being entertained by Mark. “She? She has no say in matters, not like Summer.”

Her tone was dismissive, not showing the slightest bit of respect.

“What about you?” Josie suddenly asked.

Laura was taken aback. “What?”

“Do you have more say than Summer now?”

Josie’s pupils were pitch black, and she looked at her very seriously.

just an outsider, working for them and doing their bidding.

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you seem quite capable. You should give it

turned somewhat awkward. She didn’t ask

excused herself to the restroom. As she walked down the sun-

disagree. We’ve reached this point. There’s no turning back now.”

unmistakably the

stood still, spotting two familiar figures. She subtly

her exhaustion visible to the

b*tch looks at me? She’s taken everything from me! That b*tch.

was about to light the fire, his voice lowered. “Don’t forget.

silent. Her eyes widened, filled with boundless fear.

can tolerate it, then endure. If you can’t, I’ll find a way to make

unmistakable threat. He was clearly not referring

saying, “Then you figure out a way to get Josie away from Morgan. I saw her again today! Arnold! Every time I see her, I can’t control myself. I feel like I’m going

in her words was not

to?” Arnold growled. “I want Morgan to disappear more