The Epic Blind Date with My Boss

“Is Russell Group planning to restructure the Design Department?” Josie probed.

Dexter’s arm, which was snug around her waist, slackened slightly. “You’ve managed to piece it together.”

“To be more precise, Russell Group has its eyes on restructuring the entire construction division, which would inevitably involve the Design Department,” Dexter explained.

A frown graced Josie’s forehead. “But hasn’t the real estate market in Wavery already reached its saturation point? Didn’t they decide to step back from that?”

Dexter’s eyes held a veil of mystery. “Plans can change. The real estate market might have reached saturation, but profits won’t dwindle. Carter Group took a hit, yet they still have seven construction sites. lined up, ready to begin work. Once those projects kick off, profits are guaranteed.”

Russell Group aimed to carve out a slice of that profitable market.

Josie comprehended the situation. She sighed helplessly, momentarily lost for words.

Dexter’s fingers played with her cascading hair. “What’s troubling you?”

“I’m scared, Dexter.” Josie met his gaze with vulnerability. “I saw someone die under the rubble for the first time. It was horrifying. I don’t want to witness anything like that ever again.”

to shield him from

aware that over the past years, Dexter had risen amidst a sea of unspoken murders and concealed deaths. Detaching him from such complexities

silence hung in the air, his gaze serene as it rested upon her. His words

happen again. Even if

tone was composed, his determination was evident, leaving Josie taken aback. “Are you trying to reassure

lies between us,” Dexter replied

chuckle carried a sincere trust in his

aside worries about Russell Group’s

were you about to say

vibrant smile was captivating, reminiscent of a fresh and irresistible pear

that fleeting moment, his words

nothing important. I’ve forgotten, Dexter

winking at him. Then I’ll go freshen up with a

the graceful form of the woman vanished from view, Dexter found himself enveloped in silence. His lips still held a trace of a smile, but gradually, his

suddenly introducing her into my company isn’t ideal. Given your relationship since childhood and her trust in you now, why not have her work closely with

words away from

to just anyone, Dexter stated with a hint of suppressed impatience in