That Day When I Got Married to My Boss at the Blind Date

On the day of the blind date, the man turned out to be fat, short, and greasy! What could she do but run? Josie Warren was about to escape when the man at the next table stopped her. Why was this man so familiar? He... he was her immediate superior, Dexter...

Chapter 1 Blind Date

Josie Warren's mother arranged a blind date for her in a high-class tea house in Wavery. However, after waiting for half an hour, the other party had yet to show up. A sulky look flashed through her delicate face.

Around ten minutes later, a man in a gray suit approached her slowly.

"Hi, is this Ms. Warren?"

"... I am." Josie gazed at the stout man in front of her and was disappointed. Is he the so-called 'handsome' man my mom described?

"I'm Jack Lowry." The man pulled the chair out and sat down across from her. After sizing Josie up, he put on a wide grin as he was satisfied with Josie.

"I've heard of your situation. I don't have high requirements for my wife. After we get married, you can focus on being a housewife. I'll be responsible for all living costs. I have two children. Please take good care of them. Besides, my parents…"

"Please stop for a second, Mr. Lowry." Josie interrupted him and inhaled deeply. "I'm sorry. I don't think we're suitable for each other."

Jack's expression changed at once when he heard that.

"Ms. Warren, I'm a business owner. You should be grateful to be able to marry me…" Jack babbled away.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Lowry. I've made myself clear – we're not suitable for each other."

Jack seemed to be as old as Josie's father!

"You'll regret this!" After saying that, Jack stopped bickering with Josie and walked away directly.

Sitting on the chair, Josie rubbed her temple. I shouldn't have believed my mom.

Since she had applied for a half-day leave, she didn't leave immediately. Instead, she stayed in her seat to… watch a show.

There was a blind date going on at the next table too.

Unlike Jack, the man seated on the chair wore a black suit. His handsome face was flawless, and he emanated an elegant aura from the inside out.

The woman sitting across from him stared at him in infatuation.

"Mr. Russell, let's hold our wedding ceremony in Ireland. What do you think? We can invite a lot of guests…"

With his eyes downcast, the man blurted coldly. "I'm sorry. I'm not satisfied with you. You may leave now."

The woman's smile stiffened.

"Mr. Russell, this is our first encounter, so we don't have to rush into marriage. You can spend some time getting to know me. I'm a very nice person…"

Dexter Russell lifted his eyes and uttered insouciantly, "I don't fancy a woman whose face is full of fillers."

Josie almost spat the tea out when she heard that. What a brilliant excuse!

After the women stomped away in anger, Josie took up her handbag as the show was over. Just as she was about to sneak out of the teahouse, a magnetic voice came forth.

"Josie Warren."

With her body stiffened, Josie turned around and greeted the man with a professional smile.

"Hi, Mr. Warren."

Dexter looked at her and asked, "Are you happy with the show?"

"Not…" Realizing that she was giving herself away, Josie quickly changed her answer. "I'm not watching any show."

"Sit down." Dexter ordered.

Josie had no choice but to sit down across from him reluctantly. She lifted her eyes and carefully glanced at the man who had extraordinary elegance.

Dexter was the president of Russell Group, the biggest conglomerate in Wavery. Despite being at the age of twenty-six, his net worth had exceeded ten billion.

On the other hand, Josie was an ordinary white-collar in Wavery. She worked as a designer at Russell Group.

There were thousands of employees in Russell Group. Under a normal situation, Dexter would not have a chance to meet her.

However, when Dexter visited the departments after he took over the corporation three years ago, he walked up to Josie among all the other designers and asked for her name.

Josie answered in a stutter.

Although Josie had an ordinary identity, her appearance was extraordinary and stood out among the other designers who had common looks. Even within the entire Russell Group, Josie's beauty was outstanding. At that time, many in the design department thought Dexter had a thing for her, but Josie thought it was impossible.

True enough, in the last three years, despite being in the same company, she had never crossed paths with the great president. In fact, she rarely saw him.

Josie caught sight of Dexter out of the corner of her eyes, but she didn't dare to walk up to greet him. She thought Dexter had forgotten about her because she was an ordinary employee, so she sat at the side and watched the show light-heartedly, but little did she expect that…

"Mr. Russell, if there's nothing else…"

Josie wanted to break the silence and leave, but as soon as she spoke up, Dexter stared at her with his deep-set eyes and asked, "You're looking for a partner to get married with?"

Chapter 2 Marry Me

Josie was dumbfounded. She wasn't the only one watching a show just now, but Dexter was watching hers too.

After a while, she nodded stiffly and reflected upon herself for eavesdropping on her boss. Suddenly, Dexter's deep voice emerged. "Josie, what about marrying me?"

Josie was stunned the moment she heard that. She lifted her eyes and stared at the man in front of her in shock. "Mr. Russell, w-what did you say?"

Josie thought she was hearing things.

"I said, marry me." Dexter repeated himself impatiently. His handsome face looked very serious, and he didn't seem to be joking.

After a long time, Josie finally regained her senses.

"Mr. Russell, why me?"

By right, even if he is not happy with the woman just now, he could have married many other better women given his identity. Could it be that he has been having a crush on me for a long time while this blind date is just a set-up to encounter me? Indeed, only a top-tier hunter will appear as prey.

Obviously, Josie overestimated herself.

Dexter looked outside the window and explained to her coldly, "My grandfather is very sick. The doctor said he's left with only half a year to live. His greatest wish now is to see me get married. I bluffed him and told him that I already have a girlfriend and that we're preparing to get married."

As Josie listened attentively to the explanation, the same doubt surfaced in her mind. Why did he choose me?

Perceiving Josie's confusion, Dexter took up the teacup and took a sip. "You're an employee in Russell Group, which will make it easier for him to buy into it."

Josie understood immediately.

Dexter proposed a fake relationship and a fake marriage to fulfill his grandfather's wish.

Dexter was a perfect man, but Josie knew they were people from two parallel universes. Josie didn't want to be dragged into trouble, so she was racking her head to think of a way to turn the president down courteously without putting her job at stake.

Dexter said, "I'll take care of your father's medical fees if you marry me."

Josie clenched her fists. Three years ago, her father ran into a car accident and had been in a vegetative state ever since then. She had been living frugally these years in order to pay the medical bills.

But how did Dexter know about this? Josie couldn't bother to mull over the question because the offer was highly tempting.

"I can hire the best medical team for your father."

Josie wavered. Her eyes glistened as she changed her mind. I just have to marry into a wealthy family. Nothing can go wrong.

"Deal, Mr. Russell."

Without wasting more time, Dexter took his coat and stood up.

"We’re getting our marriage registered at the registry office now."

"Now?" Josie was shocked, but when she met Dexter's frigid eyes, she nodded. "Okay."

Thereafter, Dexter sent Josie back to her place which was situated in an old neighborhood on the outskirts of the city. There was no one in the house. Josie took her identity document and left swiftly.

Everything happened in haste.

After walking out of the Home Affairs Bureau, Josie felt it was a dream when she looked at the marriage certificate in her hand. Then, she gazed at the suit-clad, tall man beside her.

She was married to her boss!

Josie stood there for a long time and wondered if she should ask for a token of appreciation from Dexter.

Chapter 3 Heartless Capitalist

Dexter had no intention of wasting more time with Josie. He stared at her nonchalantly with his almond-shaped eyes and said, "My villa is in Mason Garden. I'll send the address and password to you later. You may move in tonight."

"...Okay."

They had to put up a good act. Besides, she had wanted to move out of her place, so she didn't mind at all.

"I'll bring you to meet Grandpa tomorrow." Even though he was unwilling to accept that his grandfather could only live for half a year more, he said, "We'll divorce half a year later. During this period, you just need to coax him and make him happy. Don't think about anything else."

Josie perceived the meaning of his cold words — she shouldn't hope to remain as 'Mrs. Russell' for long.

"I understand. About my father…"

Dexter checked his watch and said, "I'll send someone to make the necessary arrangements immediately."

"Alright. Thank you, Mr. Russell."

With that, he got into the black Rolls-Royce and left.

I can't believe this guy just ditched me after registering our marriage. What a heartless capitalist.

Josie pouted. She had only two quarters left after paying the fees for marriage registration. So, she decided to take the public bus.

Upon arriving home, Josie could hear Jenny Turner, her mother's voice, before entering the house because the soundproof system was terrible.

"Don't worry, Justin. Mr. Lowry is pleased with your sister. No matter what, I'll think of a way to make your sister marry him. By that time, we'll have money to settle the betrothal gift for Nicole and your house after you get married."

How brilliant it is to sell the daughter so that the son can get married.

When Josie entered the house, both Jenny and Justin looked at her.

Jenny said, "Jack is very happy with you. I know you're displeased with him, but he's a decent man. Despite being slightly advanced in age, he will treat you well. Moreover, you don't have to bear a child after marrying him. You…"

Josie rolled her eyes speechlessly. What's so honorable about becoming a stepmother?

She interrupted Jenny and blurted, "Say as you please, but I'll not marry him."

Jenny hit the table and scowled, "Josie Warren, you have to marry him! I'm your mother, so I have a say in your marriage!"

Josie took out the marriage certificate from her handbag and said with a smile, "I'm already married. Bigamy is a crime."

Jenny dashed forward and gasped, "You're already married?! To whom?"

Before Jenny could snatch the marriage certificate, Josie kept it back into her bag and threw her identity document on the table.

She naturally wouldn't tell Jenny that she was married to Russell Group's president, so she hummed insouciantly, "He works as a waiter in a restaurant. Didn't you want me to get married as soon as possible and get out of this house? Your wish has come true."

"You… You… Josie Warren, you're driving me crazy!" Jenny snarled while covering her chest with her hand.

Josie ignored her and went to pack her stuff in her room.

A few minutes later, Jenny regained her composure and went to Josie's room.

"Josie, I don't care who you're married to. Justin and Nicole are getting married soon, so you have to contribute something as an elder sister!"

"I don't have money."

Jenny grasped Josie's hand. "Then divorce the man immediately and marry Jack! We raised you all these years. As a sister, you can't brush your brother aside!"

Coldness flashed through Josie's eyes as she shoved away Jenny's hand.

"Dad was the one raising me all these years. Ever since he ran into a car accident, I've worked hard to earn my tuition fees at university. When did you contribute to raising me?"

Josie glared at Justin, who was leaning against the door, looking at them. "Moreover, I'm not your biological daughter. I have no obligation to help this younger brother who has no blood relation with me!"

At the age of twelve, Josie had a car accident and lost all her memories.

Paul Warren, who was working in the hospital then, adopted her. Over the years, Josie had not developed a good relationship with Jenny and Justin, unlike with Paul…