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

“Hey, Pop,” Josie leaned out the door, a quizzical expression on her face. “why the sudden tantrum? Missing those spring outings, don’t you?”

The old man frowned, clearly upset. “You said you would bring me!”

She chuckled softly. “Alright, let’s do this.”

Before leaving Mason Garden with her father, Julie told Josie, “Mrs. Russell, take it easy on the road and drive carefully, okay?”

Josie nodded, her mind already concocting a plan.

Mason Garden was just a stone’s throw away from the beach, offering a laid-back and spacious atmosphere. without the usual crowds.

Josie remembered how Paul always enjoyed places buzzing with activity and people.

After contemplating, she decisively pressed the gas pedal and steered off course,

The day was an absolute beauty; the weather couldn’t be more perfect, and the sea stretched out in a mesmerizing shade of blue.

Kids were building sandcastles under their parents’ watch, and couples were unwinding by the shore. It was then that Josie realized it was the weekend.

the place was

comfortable spot. He sat down and let the waves

were little, I used to take you to the beach all the time. Like

recall bits and pieces. But as I grew older,

the beach when stressed and needed a quiet spot to sort

even seen a beach before I brought you from Rivodia. It was a whole new

couldn’t recollect anything about Rivodia, so she quipped, “Pop, your memories are playing tricks on

brushed it off, faking a pout. “Did Dexter give you a hard time about

hearing that, Josie shook her head with a soft

a gentle pat while a hint

its challenges. As long as you’re genuinely happy in it, I’ll

tone turned earnest. “It’s definitely not a walk in the park,

toward the children playing nearby. “So, when’s

into family planning….

guard by the question; her

chuckled, a twinkle in his eyes. “It might be time to consider it. Welcoming a new member to the Russell clan

on the idea. She suddenly asked, “What about you? Would you be happy about the prospect?”

smile wavered, “To be honest, happiness might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Having a child means navigating challenges. I’m not

genuine parental care comes from the

warmth spread through