Blind date turned proposal (Josie and Dexter) novel Chapter 1017

"You're being ridiculous," the person continued. "Those assets belong to our family. How can an illegitimate daughter possibly covet them?"

Josie had grown tired of the ongoing disputes among wealthy families.

She said to Charles, "I'm not going back because of all the constant bickering. It's exhausting and draining. I have no desire to live the high society life either. Could you please pass a message to the Olsen family for me? I have no plans of returning, so they need not worry. They should focus on their health."

After much hesitation, Charles finally nodded in agreement. He glanced back at the waiter standing behind him.

The waiter grew impatient under Mallory's intense gaze. With a lift of his head, he gave her a warning look, as if to say that if she kept staring, he would harm her.

Mallory was shocked, and her hand holding the fork trembled involuntarily. In that moment, it seemed as if she had figured out who this person was.

Tsk.

Mallory's eyes widened, turning slightly bloodshot.

Meanwhile, as the conversation became lively, Charles informed Josie, "That restaurant is owned by my friend. The taste is very authentic. You can try it out sometime in the future."

Upon hearing this, Mallory glanced at the nearby waiter and spoke teasingly, "Mr. Zimmerman, isn't this wrong? Sacrificing your own friends for the sake of the Olsen family?"

This remark was harsh, and Josie tugged at Mallory's clothes in response.

Charles' face turned somewhat awkward.

Josie quickly smoothed things over. "I'll definitely visit more often in the future, although I might not be in Wavery as frequently."

This remark made all three people look up simultaneously.

"What do you mean?"

The waiter setting the table had a fiery gaze.

"I found a job in Rivodia, and I might settle down there."