Josie lifted her gaze and stared at him in confusion. “You knew that Arnold would follow me.”

Dexter had an inscrutable expression, but it was clear that he didn’t like her reaction.

“Yes.”

Josie backed away from him. “You also knew why he went to Rivodia.”

“My men have been watching Arnold for years. We’re well aware of his connection to Wayne.”

Josie couldn’t believe what she was hearing. “So you just made a bet with my life? Didn’t your think about how I could have died because of your recklessness?”

The man’s face darkened. “I told you Arnold wouldn’t hurt you.”

“That’s because you know he likes me!” Josie felt an overwhelming sense of dread coursing through her veins. Her eyes were turning red. “You knew that Arnold would save me if Wayne tried to kill me. You were using Arnold!”

life was bet on using Arnold’s

place, and it was understandable that she would feel betrayed and sad. But Dexter couldn’t help but wonder why she was reacting so strongly to the revelation. “Are you

He was right.

he was implying. It was hard to erase the memories she shared with Arnold these past few

that she owed Arnold a

everyone in Rivodia told me how cold-hearted Wayne was, but I think he can’t compare to you.” Josie’s eyes turned cold. “Does my father’s disappearance have anything to do with you?” she continued. She

stared coldly into her eyes. “Josie, don’t you think you should spare

still tugged at

believe the incident happened in Wavery. I won’t be staying here for

she packed her things and got

rooted to his spot, silently watching her as she packed her things in a hurry.

seemed calmer than before. “I won’t ask my men to return. from Rivodia. They’ll keep an eye out for

stop to

studio while you were gone.

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