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!”

her life was bet on using Arnold’s affections

a lot at Wayne’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 talking on behalf of Arnold?

He was right.

he was prying into her emotions and thoughts, she couldn’t deny. what he was implying. It was hard to erase the memories she shared with Arnold these

know how to explain to Dexter that she

my father’s disappearance have anything to do with you?” she continued. She had never suspected Dexter before

you should spare me some

man’s deep and gravelly voice still tugged at her heartstrings,

any news about Paul in Rivodia. I believe the incident happened in Wavery. I won’t be staying here for the next few days.”

she finished her sentence, she packed her things and got ready

stood rooted to his spot, silently watching her as she

men to return. from Rivodia. They’ll keep an eye out for Arnold so

stop to look at him.

gone. Take a look

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