Blind date turned proposal (Josie and Dexter) novel Chapter 962

Their breaths intertwined. The man's presence was overwhelming, and she had nowhere to hide.

"Follow the path I've laid out for you, and if you wish to return, two years, no, at most one year, I can have you back in Wavery."

Dexter lowered his head, gazing at her for a long time. "Jo, over the years, you should understand me. I am not just a lover to you. Can you trust me?"

The gentle and affectionate words trapped Josie, leaving her somewhat bewildered. "Living alone in a foreign land, as the third party intruding on your marriage, you might as well kill me," she said.

As soon as these words were spoken, Dexter exerted even more force, leaving no room for restraint. He leaned down and bit her lips hard. Their lips and teeth clashed, drawing blood from both of them and filling the air with a metallic taste.

Dexter was unwilling to let go.

Josie began to struggle wildly, fiercely pounding on his shoulders. He stood still as a mountain. After a while, she finally gave up, collapsing weakly into his arms.

"You're really too much... always putting me in a dilemma."

"When we divorced, I left you with a property in Nalanica and a farm. Everything there has been arranged, so you won't have to worry about anything. If you wish to continue working in design, Mr. Peeple will make the necessary arrangements."

He spoke slowly, which reminded Josie of his own words when he bribed Ruby.

Only then did she understand how awkward it was.

"As for your father, I will continue to work with the senior police officer to search for him. As soon as there's any news, you'll be the first to know."

"Russell Group's situation is murky. Now that it's entangled with the Olsen family, it could collapse at any moment. Josie, believe me, I truly have your best interests at heart."

It was rare to hear Dexter speak his heart out. He used to be forever cold and restrained, never sharing his plans with her. But now, he was being completely open and honest.

Josie lowered her gaze, focusing on the string of rosary beads on his wrist. "What about after we get married?"

"This marriage will last at most a year. Russell Group will certainly be able to escape from the current situation."

"What I'm asking is about you and Heather."