Chapter 199

Arnold showed no response to her tease. “I had been pondering whether Dexter made me leave the city because of the project or if it was for you, and now I finally got my answer.Josie fidgeted with her hands as she spoke with a hint of a smile. “So, what’s the answer?”“Wouldn’t you know by now?”Arnold stubbed out his cigarette and held his elegant, thin fingers under the automatic faucet.“You’re getting more interesting. Why don’t you come to my side? You won’t be able to handle this marriage.”“You’re getting ahead of yourself,” she answered calmly.Arnold wrapped his arms around her waist and leaned closer to her. “Don’t be deceived by his nice facade. I heard he canceled the partnership with Jesse Abbott for you?”