Blind date turned proposal (Josie and Dexter) novel Chapter 1314

“That's exactly what I meant,” Josie responded quickly, her laugh laced with a hint of danger. “Russell Group's massive empire, yet stumbling over something as trivial as a coffee machine. It could be seen as a weakness by others, no? I'm merely offering my valuable advice.”

“Josie!” exclaimed Juliette.

Josie stepped forward, reluctantly taking a seat next to Dexter. “Juliette, relax. See, Mr. Russell isn't even upset. It seems he approves.”

Juliette choked up. As she looked at Dexter again, she realized he didn't seem to be angry at all. There was even a sense of relaxation in his eyes and brows.

Thus, Juliette said, “Dexter, you must have heard of Josie's reputation. She's used to being the daughter of an elite family and tends to speak without restraint. Don't take it to heart.”

Dexter couldn't help but smile when he heard the words “daughter of an elite family.” Then, he said, “Indeed, she is.”

The dual meanings embedded in those words could only be understood by the two of them.

Beneath the table, Juliette subtly nudged Josie with her foot, insinuating, “Did you forget something?”

Josie was not in the best of moods, yet she maintained a respectful demeanor. She took out the item from the gift box. “I came today to thank you for your help that night, Mr. Russell. Without you, the outcome would have been unthinkable. Please accept this small token of my appreciation.”

Dexter watched her performance with a relaxed demeanor, a hint of amusement in his voice as he asked, “What gift?”

Josie shot him a stealthy glare, wondering why he had to push his luck.

“It's...” She struggled to find the right words as she unwrapped the package. Prior to that, Juliette hadn't specifically told her what the item was.

Once the packaging was removed, the blue porcelain was revealed. Indeed, it was a top-tier treasure.

“A single cup,” said Josie.

Juliette choked on her coffee upon hearing that, coughing several times. “It's an ancient blue porcelain cup. Josie put a lot of effort into securing this piece all because he heard that you have a fondness for such items.”

Josie responded, “Mhm hmm.”

Dexter nodded. “That's thoughtful of you. However, this blue porcelain is just too perfect, with not a single crack in sight. It couldn't have been that ancient. Ms. Warren, you've been fooled.”