Chapter 22

Joshua remembered his grandfather's advice—true attraction began with understanding each other. As for Queenie, she was undoubtedly beautiful, but she didn't fit his ideal type. Joshua was drawn to women who carried themselves with maturity, elegance, and a captivating allure. Looking down at Queenie below, he saw her petite figure and sweet, almost youthful appearance. She was dressed in clothes that seemed more suited to a high school student. With the weather warming up, Queenie had chosen a white crop top that revealed a glimpse of her midriff whenever she moved. Despite Queenie's youthful charm, it didn't quite match the mature sensuality that Joshua found alluring. "Hey there, Mr. Newman, you're home! I called out earlier but didn't hear a peep, so I figured you weren't around," Queenie greeted as she climbed the stairs and caught sight of Joshua descending. Joshua shook himself from his reverie, realizing he had been lost in thought. "I must have been in the bedroom. Sorry