That Day When I Got Married to My Boss at the Blind Date

“Is Russell Group planning to restructure the Design Department?” Josie probed.

Dexter’s arm, which was snug around her waist, slackened slightly. “You’ve managed to piece it together.”

“To be more precise, Russell Group has its eyes on restructuring the entire construction division, which would inevitably involve the Design Department,” Dexter explained.

A frown graced Josie’s forehead. “But hasn’t the real estate market in Wavery already reached its saturation point? Didn’t they decide to step back from that?”

Dexter’s eyes held a veil of mystery. “Plans can change. The real estate market might have reached saturation, but profits won’t dwindle. Carter Group took a hit, yet they still have seven construction sites. lined up, ready to begin work. Once those projects kick off, profits are guaranteed.”

Russell Group aimed to carve out a slice of that profitable market.

Josie comprehended the situation. She sighed helplessly, momentarily lost for words.

Dexter’s fingers played with her cascading hair. “What’s troubling you?”

“I’m scared, Dexter.” Josie met his gaze with vulnerability. “I saw someone die under the rubble for the first time. It was horrifying. I don’t want to witness anything like that ever again.”

to shield him

a sea of unspoken murders and concealed deaths. Detaching him from such complexities

air, his gaze serene as it rested upon her. His words mirrored

promise you, that won’t happen again. Even if Arnold dares to

determination was evident, leaving Josie

more lies between us,” Dexter

chuckle carried a sincere trust in his

she cast aside worries about Russell Group’s reorganization affecting her studio’s

what were you

smile was captivating, reminiscent of a fresh and irresistible pear tree blossoming under the

on her. In that fleeting moment, his words remained caught in

I’ve forgotten, Dexter finally

him. Then

the graceful form of the woman vanished from view, Dexter found himself enveloped in silence. His lips still held a trace of a smile, but gradually, his expression turned solemn as

Olsen had called an hour earlier. During the call, he quickly cut to the chase. “You’re well aware of Leanne’s situation; suddenly introducing her into my company isn’t ideal. Given your relationship since childhood and her trust in you now, why not have

from exposing her role as

open to just anyone, Dexter stated with