That Day When I Got Married to My Boss at the Blind Date

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.”

him to dine with them. However, Dexter

lack of any affectation or ostentation

observing from the sidelines, discerning

as Dexter was inclined, 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 said to Josie, “Seize

fell at

was

you all right?” Josie approached politely, yet with a hint of unease. She wasn’t quite sure if he had heard what was said

eyes blurry, Dexter

“What?”

brought Xanthe here. How do you want to

Xanthe to Rivodia? Josie was somewhat taken aback. “Didn’t you say… Why

I brought her here so you could vent your

humbled

off guard, Josie felt as if something had struck her at the core. She knew that Dexter did not love Xanthe and had no feelings for her, but there was always some form of resentment. The resentment between a mother and