Josie pressed her lips together, her smile fading. “I understand what you’re implying, but it’s not true. The only reason I’m still here today is because of the contract I have with him-a hundred days. If I can resolve the issue with Arnold, I’ll immediately leave with the child.”

Justin sized her up. “I’m afraid your lingering feelings are still there, and you haven’t even realized it yourself.”

That single sentence struck Josie’s heart. She was momentarily stunned, then shook her head. “Impossible.”

Justin remained silent.

“It’s all just for show. Don’t worry,” Josie said seriously.

Justin nodded, seemingly lost in thought. He hesitated before saying, “Dexter is a cunning man. Don’t let him manipulate you. In any case, avoid being with him.”

Right then, someone at the dining table called out to them. Josie said, “All right. Let’s eat.”

The two of them stepped into the light, only to see Dexter descending the stairs. Josie’s heart skipped a beat. She was unsure if he had heard anything, but the man’s expression remained unchanged as he asked, “What’s wrong?”

Josie averted her gaze. “Nothing.”

with Dexter. They hadn’t expected him to dine with them. However, Dexter was not only approachable but also managed to strike up a conversation with everyone, discussing various topics related to their fields. He was even willing

of any affectation or ostentation was

observing from the sidelines, discerning the intricacies

he had the potential to earn everyone’s fondness. Evidently, he was so inclined at that

didn’t understand the complexities involved. Before leaving, she

speechless. It seems she fell at the first line of

consumed some and was

Josie approached politely, yet with a hint of unease.

blurry, Dexter

“What?”

here. How do you want

Josie was somewhat taken aback. “Didn’t

you despise her. I brought her here so you

looked extremely humbled

guard, Josie felt as if something had struck her at the core. She knew that Dexter did not love Xanthe and had no feelings

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