Every word and sentence of Mark’s was a heartfelt plea from a father. Josie slowly shook her head, turning to look at Dexter. “Please take him away. We haven’t yet accepted each other. It’s premature to talk about such profound bonds.”

She was always unwilling to accept Mark, not the other way around.

Dexter supported Mark with one hand. Despite having regained his composure just moments ago, he was gradually being pushed into a corner, revealing his struggle.

He directly asked Arnold, “What do you want?”

“Let me leave the country,” answered Arnold.

“When will you release Josie?”

“Once we cross the border, I’ll naturally let her go.”

Dexter’s gaze was intense as it fell upon Josie, clearly struggling to make a decision.

Arnold was calm and composed, already holding the upper hand. “Anyway, I’ve already made a request to Mr. Dalton,” he said nonchalantly. “Perhaps in a little while, this ship will explode. If we all die together, then I won’t be at a loss.”

Dexter’s brow furrowed even more, but Mark was the first to respond, “I’ll have to assign someone to accompany you to ensure Josie’s safety.”

gave no clear response. He leisurely asked, “What’s the matter,

knew what he was thinking. Arnold’s promise to release the captive was far from simple. It was more

nodded at him. “Dexter, you wanted to reconcile with

quivered,

respect my opinions and follow my choices. If you take Mark away, I might consider reconciling with you.” That statement

could discern its meaning, but he also understood her plea. However, making a real

phone. Uncertain if he was trying to escape the difficult

of Wayne. “Mr. Russell, it’s time for

the wind, offering

went to great lengths

prevent Josie from noticing, he subtly turned

you don’t withdraw now, your daughter

even a hint of his thoughts for fear that Josie would discover

moment, he pursed his lips. “Wait

the phone, Arnold chuckled. “Have you made up your mind

gun in his hand at Arnold. “If you

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