Chapter 98 Rewards And Compensation

Josie was self–aware and knew he cared not because of who she was but who she resembled–the girl in the photograph.

Dexter let go of her chin. “I didn’t marry you solely for your appearance.”

His cryptic response had Josie chuckle as she mockingly acknowledged her audacity. She gestured towards the bowl. “Aren’t you going to eat the meat?”

“Are you that eager for me to eat it? Did you poison it?” Dexter nonchalantly unbuttoned his cuff.

If I could, I would have done it long ago.”

Dexter glanced at her and casually remarked, “You were quite daring at Heaven on Earth, pouring an entire pack of sleeping pills into the wine. That was a ruthless move.”

Josie’s lips parted in silence surprise. “How did you find out?” She had indeed drugged the wine, hence her eagerness to make Mr. Lane drink it, but she hadn’t anticipated the interruptions.

attempted scheme. It seemed that

remained silent

other choice. It was the only option I could think of,” Josie explained carefully, not wanting to upset

his emotions and continued, just try not to attend such

twenty–plus years of living, which nearly cost her her life, Josie dared not venture into

had dissipated. He appeared calmer than ever, but she missed his rage. Dexter seemed more human–like when he expressed his feelings

it’s just the scar showing. Can’t I return to work?” Josie understood well

the scar would attract too much attention, and people would draw connections, Dexter

credit was taken away, and my salary was cut in half. The bonus I received wouldn’t even cover the loss here. I really shouldn’t have

lowered his gaze. Observing her fiddling with the chopsticks on

aback by the question.

to get two ice cream boxes from the

grew cautious, her eyebrows twitching as she inquired,

me.”

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