âWhich port are they departing from?â
âPrimus Port. They have hidden the goods inside the onions.
As Scott spoke those words, Josie happened to emerge from the bedroom. Her face was bare, and she was dressed in a simple nightgown, appearing gentle and serene. He hesitated for a moment before saying, âSending Ms. Warren into battle on the ship? Wouldnât that be Inappropriate?â
Josie turned his head, âSergeant Buncho, is it that you lack confidence in me, or is it your colleagues you donât trust?â
Scott chuckled. âI am well aware of your capabilities, Ms. Warren. Iâm just being cautious, just in case.â
Dexter never once lifted his head.
Leaning halfway against the foyer between the kitchen and the living room, Josie said, âI still have value to Arnold, so he wouldnât harm me. Under these circumstances, itâs best if I go.â
After saying that, she glanced in the direction of Dexter, his expression unreadable, his emotions inscrutable. Only a bone-deep chill emanated from him.
Scott indicated his understanding, then turned his gaze toward Dexter and asked, âMr. Russell, did you not rest well last night?â
Upon hearing this, a jolt of shock ran through Josieâs heart.
Dexter simply retrieved a pack of cigarettes from under the table, broke the seal, and said, âSergeant Buncho, please ask your colleagues in Wavery to call off the police dispatch.â
Scott was taken aback. âWhy?â
He held a cigarette between his lips, gesturing toward Josie as he replied, âIt would expose the undercoverâs identity.â
Josie pursed her lips, indeed, if Arnold knew about the police in Wavery, he would certainly suspect her.
Scott glanced at Josie, belatedly understanding what he meant. âThen Iâll go back and report this. Iâll communicate with my colleagues in Rivodia.â
âDonât do that. Thereâs no need to alert them. I trust them,â Josie said. Dexter had already lit his cigarette, his eyes Indifferent. They both understood what it meant.
Once the news was leaked, it was highly likely to alert the enemy.
Seeing Scott still doubtful, Dexter finally said, âI will have someone follow her, so nothing will go wrong.
It wasnât clear how long Justin had been listening on the stairs, but he quickly descended and said, âLet me go! I understand Arnoldâs subordinates, so I can handle this.â
Josie immediately objected. âNo way.â
âWhy not?â
âAnyone could do it, but not you.â
âYouâ¦â Justin was clearly not convinced. He directly faced Dexter as he asked, âTell me, will you let me go or not?â
Dexter exhaled a puff of smoke, with Josie standing in front of him. âWhat he says about your matters is irrelevant. Itâs only when I speak that it matters. If I say no, then itâs a no.â
âMy leg has already healed!â
Justin initially thought it was due to his injury.
âYouâre a familiar face to Arnold, so itâs easy for you to be exposed. I forbid you to go,â Dexter said indifferently, flicking off the ash from his cigarette with his fingers.
âIn terms of strength and experience, I am the most qualified. If not me, then who? Who could protect Josie better than me?â Justin retorted.
Dexter slightly lifted his eyes, the azure depths fully revealed as he said, âThere will be a suitable candidate.â
Josieâs figure swayed slightly, not quite understanding. He first comforted Justin, âGrape needs someone to look after her at home, and thereâs also Paul. They canât do without you.â
Her gentle and calm approach finally improved Justinâs mood. He gritted his teeth and told Dexter, âYou better ensure she returns unharmed.â
Scott chuckled. âIt seems you really care about your sister.â
Josie watched Justin leisurely, he was just like that, sharp-tongued but soft-hearted.
As he finished his cigarette, Larry arrived just in time. He hesitated at the door, waiting for the group to finish their discussion, appearing quite anxious.
It was not until Josie went to hold the just- awakened Grape that Larry hastily entered.