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

Winter Wonderland

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The declaration from Dexter sent a shockwave through Josie. While she had considered numerous ways to deal with Arnold, the finality of death had never been part of her contemplation. It felt too final, too extreme, and besides, there were unresolved matters concerning her father that needed addressing.

She quickly voiced her concerns, “No, no matter what direction this situation takes, we need to keep him alive. The issue with my father hasn’t been settled yet.”

Dexter’s response was cool and unyielding, “Your hope is admirable, but I can’t guarantee anything.”

His silhouette became more pronounced under the moonlight streaming through the window, giving his dark attire an ominous sheen.

lead on this. I’m prepared to exhaust every avenue,” he stated, though the air

of a lock from outside disrupted the moment. Josie’s gaze darted toward the

back, Arnold was leisurely making his entrance. “I was half expecting to find my room in shambles,” he commented with a

outdone yourself,” she remarked, “Winning over

its composure.

elite. What did you expect?” Arnold mused, stepping further into the room. “In this world, you carve out

clicked for Josie. “So there is an actual Robyn Mills out there. You’ve obscured him, usurping his identity,” she realized, understanding why Arnold’s

was tinged with condescension. “I thought you’d be quicker on the uptake.

shook her head, a mixture of frustration and resignation in her gesture. “Step back, Arnold. Dexter has influential allies. I’ll talk to him, try to negotiate your sentence down

her plea, seemed bewildered by her persistence. “Why do you insist on me changing my ways? Do you think I’m like Dexter, capable of being swayed so easily? The path I’ve chosen is mine to follow, and

in comparison to

took hold of his wrist. “What if your chosen

“If that’s to