The Epic Blind Date with My Boss

“Hey, Pop,” Josie leaned out the door, a quizzical expression on her face. “why the sudden tantrum? Missing those spring outings, don’t you?”

The old man frowned, clearly upset. “You said you would bring me!”

She chuckled softly. “Alright, let’s do this.”

Before leaving Mason Garden with her father, Julie told Josie, “Mrs. Russell, take it easy on the road and drive carefully, okay?”

Josie nodded, her mind already concocting a plan.

Mason Garden was just a stone’s throw away from the beach, offering a laid-back and spacious atmosphere. without the usual crowds.

Josie remembered how Paul always enjoyed places buzzing with activity and people.

After contemplating, she decisively pressed the gas pedal and steered off course,

The day was an absolute beauty; the weather couldn’t be more perfect, and the sea stretched out in a mesmerizing shade of blue.

Kids were building sandcastles under their parents’ watch, and couples were unwinding by the shore. It was then that Josie realized it was the weekend.

was swarming

and let the waves lap at his feet. A serene smile etched

you were little, I used to take you to the beach all the time. Like those kids, you played in the sand

down next to him. “I recall bits and pieces. But as I grew older, the whole beach scene lost its

the beach when stressed and needed a quiet spot to sort out her

him squint. “You hadn’t even seen a beach before I brought you from Rivodia. It was a whole new

couldn’t recollect anything about Rivodia, so she quipped, “Pop, your memories are playing tricks

a pout. “Did Dexter give you a

with a

it in his own, giving it a gentle pat while

comes with its challenges. As long as you’re genuinely happy in it, I’ll be content.”

earnest. “It’s definitely not a walk in the park, but for him. I’m ready to face whatever comes.”

He motioned toward the children playing nearby.

into family planning….

caught off guard by the question; her cheeks instantly

eyes. “It might be time to consider it. Welcoming a new member to the Russell clan would

She suddenly asked, “What about you? Would you be happy

be honest, happiness might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Having a

the heart, whether they are

felt a warmth spread through her chest.