The Epic Blind Date with My Boss

The feud between the Carters and the Russells had deep roots, hence Scar’s intense animosity toward them.

As the words left Scar’s mouth, Arnold kicked him in the belly. “Keep yapping, and I might finish you off first!”

“Relax, man. Amidst the commotion, Dexter’s attention was snagged by faint makeup smudges on Arnold’s shoulder. They appeared to be imprints left by a woman resting against him.

He gestured to Leanne, who promptly handed him a cigarette.

Dexter extracted one and passed Josie a lighter, motioning for her to ignite it.

Josie’s nerves were taut and reluctant.

A faint smile tugged at the corner of Dexter’s lips. “Go on, light it.”

She hesitated for a moment before taking the lighter. With a snap, a spark of fire illuminated the sharp arch of the man’s brows and his eyes.

Smoke filled his lungs, and Dexter released a long exhale, finally easing a bit.

It had been a while since he had smoked. He’d promised to quit, and since then, he’d refrained from touching a cigarette.

Tonight was the first exception.

his subordinates, wiping his fingers clean. “But did

refocused on Leanne.

no longer felt inferior, exuding confidence and handling the attention from others with calm composure.

You mean

to interject, “In case you didn’t

say if I’ll ever have the chance to be your brother-in-law in the

clear, and Dexter’s expression

stepped forward and said, “Mr. Carter,

was still present.

consistent like that, saying what’s on his mind or nothing. By the way, Ms. Olsen, I’m curious why you’ve come here

breaking point, unable to stand on the sidelines

was becoming unbearable, and

she locked eyes with

initial firmness wavered as she grappled with

Dexter, she seemed on the verge of speaking but

glowing tip of the cigarette accentuated Dexter’s fingers, his demeanor gradually taking

me answer on your behalf,” Josie had already

likely find it somewhat beneath you and not entirely fitting to work at the Russell Group, given that it doesn’t enhance the prestige of your Ms.

you didn’t.” Josie knew it was Leanne who had answered the call she had made to

capability. Despite Thomas never being granted access to Dexter’s personal