Dexter? Josieâs brows furrowed suddenly, a look of confusion appearing on her face as she observed him. His expression was grim, and he gave her a meaningful glance.
She had no choice but to request the driver to stop.
Knowing Dexterâs determination, he wouldnât rest until he achieved his goal. There was a possibility that he might start a street race right there on the road.
âWhy are you following me?â Josie asked directly as she exited the car.
Dexter was no longer as desolate as he had been the day before. He had become much colder. He abruptly grabbed Josieâs hand and pushed her into the passenger seat. âThis is not the place to talk.â
âCould anyone possibly eavesdrop in broad daylight?â Josie stood still, displeased with the fact that she was being followed. âWhatever you have to say, say it here and now.â
Dexterâs gaze was intense. However, there was a touch of grievance hidden within. âRegardless of your reasons, stay in Wavery for now.â
Upon hearing those words, Josie immediately understood most of it. Her eyebrows furrowed and then relaxed as she asked, âWho told you?â
Dexter did not respond.
âWas it Charles?â
âRivodia is not a safe place. Without protection, you could get into trouble. If youâre looking for Paul, wait until Iâve finished dealing withââ
Josie interrupted him, âDexter.â
He came to an abrupt halt, the cold hardness failing to conceal his underlying irritation.
âDonât tell me it was you who arranged for Charles to meet me.â She was incredibly astute. The direction from which Dexter had come was clearly from that restaurant, indicating that he had been present during her conversation with Charles.
Who was it? Immediately, Josie recalled that peculiar waiter.
Dexter neither confirmed nor denied, refusing to let go of her hand. âIn any case, stay for now.â
Josie looked at the man in front of her, instantly seething with anger. âHave you lost your mind, Dexter?
Do you have too much free time? What kind of critical moment is this, and youâre here playing cosplay with me? It seems the crisis of Russell Group isnât as serious as it seems.â
Dexter simply listened to her cold mockery and scathing sarcasm in silence. When she finished, he repeated his earlier statement, âStay in Wavery for now.â
âThe one who wanted to send me away before this was you, and now the one who wants to keep me here is also you. Am I your employee? Am I supposed to be summoned and dismissed at your whim?â
Josie laughed as she spoke. She truly felt a sense of mockery.
The winter sun cast a pale, weary glow on the manâs face, yet the resilience within him remained undiminished.
âIt doesnât matter. Everything is fine as long as youâre still willing to be angry with me.â Dexter suddenly laughed, a chilling smile that could make anyone shudder.
Josie furrowed her brows, feeling a tinge of fear from his reaction. Dexter has truly lost his mind.
But that was indeed what he thought. As long as there were emotional ups and downs, it was fine. He didnât want it to be like the night before, so calm and rational, devoid of any feelings for him. That was too terrifying, something he couldnât bear.
Otherwise, he wouldnât have sought out Charles overnight, asking for his help in persuasion. However, unexpectedly, he heard the news again that she was planning to leave Wavery.
Dexter felt like he was on the verge of going insane.
Both of them were dressed modestly, yet their demeanor and physique were eye-catching. Having stood by the street for a while, they attracted quite a few glances.
Morgan was driving past this area. He only took a quick glance initially and had already driven past when he realized something was amiss. âRyan! Turn the car around!â he exclaimed.
Josie didnât want to prolong their conversation. âDexter, now that youâre back with Russell Group, you should focus on your responsibilities. Donât waste any more time,â she said.
Unexpectedly, he didnât pay attention to a single word of what was said the night before and was wasting his time on such meaningless matters. In Josieâs eyes, he wasnât the type of person to act so impulsively.