Chapter 1186 Face It Alone

• Josie simply fixed her gaze upon him, a mix of determination and concern etched on her face. “This is far too risky, Dexter. You shouldn't have to shoulder this burden for me,” she asserted, her voice laced with worry.
• Dexter gently lifted her hand, the one still gripping the firearm, which was noticeably shaking from the tension. “Were you injured?”
• She gave her head a slight shake, dismissing his worry. “But those two who were patrolling earlier haven't come back yet. It's only a matter of time before they notice we're here,” she cautioned, the urgency in her voice growing.