Josie endured a fitful night’s sleep, jolting awake multiple times in the darkness. Consequently, she appeared somewhat pallid and fatigued as dawn approached.

Despite her evident misery and exhaustion, her innate elegance remained undiminished.

“You’re up quite early,” remarked Emily, her surprise evident. “Mr. Olsen just headed out for his morning run, and Mrs. Olsen is still in bed.”

Perplexed, Josie took a seat and asked, “Morning run?”

That didn’t seem right. Mark had been in poor health in the past, often visiting the hospital. How could he now have the energy for morning jogs?

Noting Josie’s confusion, Emily explained, “Yes, Mr. Olsen always has this habit, saying it’s a way to stay physically active.”

Such a habit must have been cultivated only within the past couple of years.

Josie nursed a splitting headache, gesturing to Emily for a cup of coffee. Her mind started to drift, replaying Justin’s words once more.

Something wasn’t right. Justin had always been opposed to her going back to the Olsen Residence. Yet yesterday, he seemed oddly indifferent, dodging the issue altogether.

a brand-new Rolls-Royce flawlessly parked at the entrance. A flamboyantly dressed man emerged,

Why the sudden return?”

Zach, his purpose evident. Ignoring the servants, he made

to see him. She eased back

his face twisted in fury. His glare bore into Josie, his voice dripping with anger. “Leave.

eyebrow. “And who might

and forcibly pulling

hadn’t spent the past years training for nothing. She swiftly broke free, pivoting to pin Zach’s arm against the table. “All

Zach struggled

voice rose to a frantic pitch, “I

Josie leaned in closer. “Apologize,

disdain, Zach spat at her, a sneer contorting his face. “You’re not worthy of

don’t blame me for not showing

with worry and unsure of what to do, stood by helplessly. “Please,

to escalate things with Zach. Sustaining the struggle had taxed her strength more

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