Blind date turned proposal (Josie and Dexter) novel Chapter 1229

Josie endured a fitful night's sleep, jolting awake multiple times in the darkness. Consequently, she appeared somewhat pallid and fatigued as dawn approached.

Despite her evident misery and exhaustion, her innate elegance remained undiminished.

“You're up quite early,” remarked Emily, her surprise evident. “Mr. Olsen just headed out for his morning run, and Mrs. Olsen is still in bed.”

Perplexed, Josie took a seat and asked, “Morning run?”

That didn't seem right. Mark had been in poor health in the past, often visiting the hospital. How could he now have the energy for morning jogs?

Noting Josie's confusion, Emily explained, “Yes, Mr. Olsen always has this habit, saying it's a way to stay physically active.”

Such a habit must have been cultivated only within the past couple of years.

Josie nursed a splitting headache, gesturing to Emily for a cup of coffee. Her mind started to drift, replaying Justin's words once more.

Something wasn't right. Justin had always been opposed to her going back to the Olsen Residence. Yet yesterday, he seemed oddly indifferent, dodging the issue altogether.

Before Josie could unravel the mystery, the sharp roar of a sports car shattered the silence. She glanced up to see a brand-new Rolls-Royce flawlessly parked at the entrance. A flamboyantly dressed man emerged, exuding an aura of confidence as he strode in.

“Mr. Olsen? Why the sudden return?” Emily's surprise was palpable.

It was unmistakably Zach, his purpose evident. Ignoring the servants, he made a beeline for Josie.

Josie was delighted to see him. She eased back into her chair, anticipating his approach.

Zach slammed his hands onto the table, his face twisted in fury. His glare bore into Josie, his voice dripping with anger. “Leave. Now.”

Baffled, Josie arched an eyebrow. “And who might you be?”

“I'm your father,” Zach spat out, wasting no time as he lunged forward, seizing Josie's arm and forcibly pulling her away. “You've got nerve, returning to the Olsen Residence. I've never seen such shamelessness.”

Josie, however, hadn't spent the past years training for nothing. She swiftly broke free, pivoting to pin Zach's arm against the table. “All flash and no substance. That won't cut it.”