âThatâs broadly it. As long as she doesnât board a plane, sheâll come to Rivodia to find me,â Morgan finished, glancing provocatively at Dexter.
D*mn Rivodia.
A faint smile surfaced on Dexterâs face. The thought that her obedience yesterday was all for the purpose of eloping with Morgan felt like a knife piercing his heart.
âThe most important thing right now is to find her.â Zachariah anxiously glanced at Dexterâs expression.
âBased on what you said, you would have arranged for someone to meet Josie after she left the airport.
Why didnât they meet her?â
The topic triggered a look of embarrassment on Morganâs face. âThere was a mix-up in the arrangements.â
âYour timing for this mistake couldnât be more impeccable,â Dexter said with a hint of indifference in his voice.
âYouâ¦â Morgan retorted, âWhat about you? You canât even hold onto whatâs in your hands.â
Zachariah clicked his tongue. âDo you guys⦠have any ideas?â
Morgan pulled out a tissue from the desk, decisively wiping away the blood. He spoke deliberately, word by word. âThis is a question for Mr. Russell. After making so many enemies for her, there must be at least one suspect, right? Oh wait, youâre about to get married, where would you find the time?
Dexter, if I find her, Josie will have nothing to do with you going forward. Youâd better know whatâs good for you!â
Morgan crumpled the tissue into a ball and tossed it at Dexterâs feet. Then, he stormed out of the office the office.
When Calvin entered, he happened to run into the leaving Morgan. Frowning, he asked, âWhy is he here?â
Zachariah touched the tip of his nose, signaling with his eyes. Calvin then saw the gloomy Dexter sitting by the side, his gaze as cold as ice, clearly indicating that strangers were not welcome.
Calvin cleared his throat. âIâve sent people from the country club to look for her. They will take some time to do so.â
Dexter did not respond.
He rubbed his fingers with an indifferent expression, distracted by the thoughts racing in his mind.
The phone lying beside him rang. Seeing the caller ID showing Heather, Zachariah felt as if he had been handed a hot potato. He was in a dilemma, unsure whether to answer or ignore the call.
When the phone continued to ring, Dexter glanced sideways, and the relieved Zachariah answered the call and set it aside.
âHey, Liana,â he said.
Heather was taken aback for a moment. âOh, Zachariah? How come youâre the one whoâs answering?
Whereâs Dex?â
âDax⦠is busy with something. You can tell me what you need instead.â Zachariah lied without batting an eye. âWhatâs the matter?â
Heather let out a sigh, her voice sweet and clear. âTomorrow is the wedding. We need to go through the procedures at the venue. Can you tell Dax for me? Iâll be waiting for him here.â
Zachariah looked toward Dexter, seeking his opinion.
Dexterâs thin lips pursed as he scrolled through his phone. âUnderstood.â He then hung up.
With one hand, he unbuttoned his shirt and headed straight into the bathroom inside the lounge.
By the time he emerged again, his wounds had already been tended to and he had changed into a fresh set of clothes. He instructed Larry to prepare the car.
âAre you really leaving?â Zachariah couldnât quite comprehend Dexterâs actions. âWe havenât found Josie yet.â
âThe collaboration between Russell Group and the Olsen family cannot be halted. We canât afford to have the capital flow break.â
Dexterâs reply was succinct and to the point. He casually picked out a tie and promptly left the office.
Dexterâs decisiveness and ability to discern pros and cons under pressure drew Zachariahâs admiration. âNo wonder he is capable of serving as Russell Groupâs CEO.â
Leaning to one side, Calvin had an epiphany. âHe is forcing himself to stay busy. Otherwise, he wouldnât be able to control his emotions.â
The Olsen family was marrying off their daughter, and naturally, they wanted the best in every aspect.
The venue was set at the largest hotel in Wavery, with the entire building reserved for the event. As a result, the staff members bustled about.