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 you switch personal assistants? I didn’t see Mr.

refocused on

inferior, exuding confidence and handling the attention from others with calm composure.

You mean

to interject, “In case you didn’t know,

an eyebrow, not denying it. “True, but who’s to say if I’ll ever have the chance to be

implication was clear, and Dexter’s expression shifted.

said, “Mr. Carter, you’ve crossed

still

mind or nothing. By the way, Ms. Olsen, I’m curious why you’ve come here

point, unable to stand on the sidelines

atmosphere was becoming unbearable, and she

locked eyes with Leanne.

as she grappled with

look at Dexter, she seemed on the verge

accentuated Dexter’s fingers, his demeanor gradually taking

answer on your behalf,” Josie had already pieced together much of the puzzle.

not entirely fitting to work at the Russell Group, given that it doesn’t enhance the prestige of your Ms. Olsen persona. But shouldn’t you be accountable for the role you’ve

asked you to pass on to Mr. Russell? My hunch is you didn’t.” Josie knew it was Leanne who had answered the call she had made to Dexter.

access to Dexter’s personal calls, Leanne,