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.

sharp roar of a sports car shattered the silence. She glanced up to see a brand-new Rolls-Royce flawlessly parked at the entrance. A flamboyantly dressed man emerged, exuding an aura

sudden return?” Emily’s

was unmistakably Zach, his purpose evident. Ignoring the servants, he made a beeline for

to see him. She eased back into her chair, anticipating

the table, his face twisted in fury. His glare bore into Josie, his voice

arched an eyebrow.

time as he lunged forward, seizing Josie’s arm and forcibly pulling her away. “You’ve got nerve, returning to the Olsen Residence. I’ve never seen such

swiftly broke free, pivoting to pin Zach’s arm against the table. “All flash

struggled desperately. “Let

Zach’s voice rose to a

though you know my name, you still challenge me.” Josie

a sneer contorting his face. “You’re not

don’t blame me for not

with worry and unsure of what to

things with Zach. Sustaining the struggle had taxed her strength more than she anticipated, prompting her

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