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.

wonder the place was

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

all the time. Like those

him. “I recall bits and pieces. But as I grew older, the whole beach

sought out the beach when stressed and needed a quiet

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

so she quipped, “Pop, your

brushed it off, faking a pout. “Did Dexter give you a hard time about that thing

hearing that, Josie shook her head with a soft smile. “Don’t worry about me.”

own, giving it a gentle pat while a hint of sadness flickered in his

Mrs. Russell comes with its challenges. As long as you’re genuinely happy in it,

“It’s definitely not a walk in the park, but for

nearby. “So, when’s the plan for you two

Pop’s diving into

caught off guard by the question; her cheeks instantly flushed. “Dad…”

chuckled, a twinkle in his eyes. “It might be time to consider it. Welcoming a new member to the Russell clan would surely

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

be the first thing that comes

genuine parental care comes from the heart,

warmth spread