Josie’s gaze halted, and she couldn’t take another step forward.

The familiar scent of sandalwood filled the air. She wondered why it felt so familiar.

It was Dexter. It was really him.

Tears welled up in Josie’s eyes involuntarily. She had imagined their reunion hundreds, even thousands of times.

But who would have thought it would turn out like this…

“Josie, you’ve finally arrived…” a slightly hoarse voice echoed.

Even though he had his back to her, he seemed certain that she was the one who had arrived.

Josie’s hands silently clenched together at her sides. She struggled to control her emotions and simply asked, “Where is Grape? Where have you taken her?”

Dexter turned around, their eyes meeting. Even though they were only a few dozen meters apart, it felt as if there was an insurmountable chasm between them.

Two years had passed…

Some things seemed to have changed, while others remained the same.

voice again, staring at her in bewilderment

the answer, he still longed for confirmation from

has nothing to do

she remained steadfast in

her words struck him like a silent thunderbolt,

true?” Dexter’s voice choked up a bit as he asked, his

him back to

aren’t you going over?” Larry noticed Dexter staring blankly at Grape not far

was slightly taken

erratic rhythm of his own heartbeat, a mix of apprehension

Dexter didn’t continue speaking.

however, understood his thoughts. He glanced at Grape, then said, “Mr. Russell, you already

walked up

her focused

“Grape?”

called out to

afraid of disturbing

saw Dexter, a hint of surprise and delight emerged in her eyes.

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