The maids at Russell Mansion knew that Henry was going to be discharged, so they made a scrumptious dinner.

This was Josie’s second meal with Henry. She was not as nervous as before now that she knew Henry cared about her genuinely.

After dinner, he called both of them to his study.

He was a Buddhist, so he lit an incense that smelled nice.

Josie was still looking around the familiar surroundings. I feel like I’ve been here before.

Dexter grabbed her hand. “What’s wrong?”

“This place looks familiar. Perhaps I’ve seen similar designs in some books. Just ignored me,” she replied uncertainly.

vintage box and motioned for Josie

you. Before she died, she was hoping

“Grandpa–”

it. It has been passed down since your great-great-grandmother. It was with Dex’s mother before this, but there were some

that shone brightly. It was apparent that it cost a lot

of Josie’s expectations to receive such an invaluable gift. She quickly rejected him. “No, no. I can’t take such an important item.

spoke seriously. “Before my wife died, she made me promise to hand this over to Dexter’s future wife. You’re his wife now

but I’m not actually his wife! I

glance at Dexter

much lately. Josie’s eyes were slightly red, looking like a

take it,”

you know what

held her wrist and put it on her. The jade had

take? You’re implying that you don’t want to be my wife by

couldn’t refute him in

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