“People often think that more people means it’s better, but that’s not always the case,” Josie said, propping up her face and speaking earnestly.

The boatman chuckled at her innocence. “Everyone has their own desires in life. If you have any, you can give it a try.”

Josie didn’t respond but turned her head to look at the tall man on the deck. He was seated, but there was nowhere to put his legs. “Mr. Russell, ‘do you have any?”

Dexter glanced at her, clearly unwilling to answer that question.

She continued on her own, “Well, with your wealth, you can have whatever you want. Let me guess, do you wish for Heather’s well-being?”

According to Laura, the rumor mill was buzzing about this matter in their circle. Heather hadn’t been seen outside for several days, and Summer had taken delight in her misery.

The man frowned. “Josie.”

in anger and remained indifferent, leaving her in a state

bit impatient. He could afford to waste time, but

couldn’t wait to

was moving at a leisurely pace, and

of the remote location, forcibly keeping her here. Whenever he had spare time, he would go to the art gallery to look at paintings. When he was busy, he would lock her in the room, accompanying him to work.

became interested again and took her to explore the streets. and alleys, searching for the unique local

tourists. Most shops were closed, with the shopkeepers taking naps in their rooms. They finally found

glancing at the menu when Josie took the initiative to sit down as she was tired. She

boss quickly wrote it down and praised, in the local dialect, “The

in the same dialect, “I’m

lady boss looked at the distinguished man and asked,

she couldn’t help but address him with “sir.”

at the woman who was already

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