Josie breathed a sigh of relief when she realized it was easier to talk to Dexter than she expected.

She watched him place another slice of orange in his mouth and asked, “Is it sweet?”

Juice burst from the orange slice as he chewed, but it was not as sweet as the smile before him. He nodded slightly and answered, “It’s okay.”

Josie sensed he had moved closer and rushed to maintain distance between them. “Let me peel another one for you.”

Dexter reached out and grabbed her wrist, stopping her. “I have enough.”

Josie froze immediately and looked at his hand on hers. She quickly pulled her hand away and considered briefly before saying, “Dexter, I didn’t arrange to meet with Arnold that day. He cornered me. I will try my best to avoid him from now on.”

She had pondered about the matter and thought she needed to explain it.

Dexter placed the last slice of orange in his mouth and asked, “Do you like him?”

While he sounded casual, Josie was shocked by his question. “Why do you ask?”

with household chores downstairs, but they had all disappeared. Josie and Dexter were

space.

and capable, so he has no problem getting any woman he wants. Furthermore, any woman. he interacted with couldn’t help

the intricate lines on her palms. “Sounds like I should

Dexter did not respond.

mask he shows the world. In

again. She was asleep when they shared

Dexter.” Josie caught up with him and shouted, “Have you known Arnold for a long time? Can you tell

at her warningly. Josie

hand on her shoulder, holding her slightly,

sigh of relief. “I’m

sounds of running water came from the bathroom. Josie had no

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