“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.”

in her words was the plea to shield him from situations resembling the Arnold

past years, Dexter had risen amidst a sea of unspoken

serene as it rested

happen again. Even if Arnold

was evident, leaving Josie taken aback. “Are you trying to

lies between us,” Dexter replied with a tender

chuckle carried a sincere trust

much lighter, she cast aside worries about Russell Group’s reorganization

by the way, what were you about to

captivating, reminiscent of a fresh

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

nothing important. I’ve forgotten, Dexter

doubt, playfully winking at him. Then I’ll go

enveloped in silence. His lips still held a trace of a smile, but gradually, his expression turned solemn as

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

merely a few words away from exposing her role as

Dexter stated with a hint

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