Blind date turned proposal (Josie and Dexter) novel Chapter 1327

Though she claimed to visit Paul, she simply left the living room with Claudia.

It was raining again outside, the downpour knocking most of the magnolia blossoms to the ground, painting a picture of desolation.

“It's cold during autumn. You need to wear more clothes and keep yourself warm in the Russell Mansion.” Claudia spoke softly, standing under the eaves and gazing out at the rain.

Her tough and aloof demeanor back at the police station was replaced by softness and resignation.

Josie pursed her lips. “I won't stay in the Russell Mansion forever like how I'll leave the Olsen Residence once the project is over.”

Claudia did not turn around. “I haven't told Mark about the child. Let me repeat what I said. There's still room for negotiation if you willingly give up on the idea of having the child take the Warren family name. However, if you don't—”

“What if I don't?” Josie interrupted.

Only then did Claudia turn around, locking eyes with her. “If you remain stubborn, you can forget about leaving Wavery.”

Josie scoffed. Indeed, the influential Olsen family is capable of pulling that off. But intimidation and threats don't work on me.

“What should I call you?”

Josie's sudden question caught Claudia off guard. Her eyebrows furrowed in confusion.