Josie was taken aback, instinctively pressing her hands against his chest in surprise. “What?”

As they moved closer, their proximity almost led to their bodies touching. Dexter then raised his hand, proceeding to fasten the strap tied around her ankles.

His gentle touch sent Josie’s heart racing. As she sighed, a fleeting look of disappointment crossed Dexter’s features. “Thank you…”

Another thank you.

Dexter released a quiet sigh, taking off his glasses and absentmindedly drumming his fingers against her hand. “They’re quite red,” he observed.

Josie noticed, seeing that it was fairly common for the skin to become reddened and irritated from prolonged high heel wear.

Unbeknownst to her, Dexter was captivated by the sight, his yearning for her intensifying by the moment, reminiscent of a predator poised to strike.

However, his next action was to simply retrieve a pair of band-aids from the front seat, offering a practical solution rather than acting on his impulses.

The silence that enveloped them felt heavy, prompting Josie to inquire, “What was the discussion with the Olsen family about?”

secret, typically

acknowledge it was her family they were talking about.

continuing his task. “But

in surprise, “Our agreement for a hundred days isn’t up yet. Doesn’t that temporarily place me within your

was quick and

with a light laugh, replied, “Trade secrets are bound by confidentiality agreements, effective until the conclusion of the project. What if you inadvertently disclose something before

“I wouldn’t do that!”

in extending our arrangement until the completion

implication, then hesitated, “Well, that depends on the duration

“It’s

Josie realized her leg was still resting on his lap, the entire scenario veering into unmistakably

indicating her intention to leave. “I promised them I’d be back in ten

unexpected force pulled her back. His hand found its way to

lips connected in a tender kiss, sending

tried to push

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