Chapter 8
Chapter 8 How Does It
Taste
Collin's features remained cold and detached, even as he noted the astonishment flickering across the faces of his
subordinates.
Over the years, Collin had cultivated a streak of invincibility, never faltering in any endeavor he pursued. However, Linsey
had become his unexpected downfall this time.
He had lost a billion-dollar tract of land because of her.
Even the slightest contact with her fractured the self-discipline he had long cherished.
It seemed increasingly clear that distancing himself from Linsey could be the wisest decision.
Collin was lost in contemplation, his face a mask of inscrutability.
Suddenly, a knock echoed through the silence of his study.
He was annoyed at the interruption, his brows knitting together. His tone was cold as he demanded, "Who's there?"
Any intrusion during his work hours was unforgivable.
air, broken only by Linsey's soft, soothing voice
so I've brought you something. Mind if
Why had she come?
deep-set eyes narrowed slightly, suspicion clouding his features. A smirk, tinged
lips.
up
throat. Turning his
command. "Let's put
overheard Linsey just moments before,
being disturbed while working. But today, he found himself breaking his own rule-for the
in the
curiosity piqued, they wondered what was about to
wouldn't allow them to stay as onlookers.
conversation remained
they responded, their
shut, the click echoing subtly through the quiet room. He allowed a
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expression unreadable,
Linsey entered, her arms balancing a laden tray. Her eyes darted
of documents engulfing
was cognizant of his relentless toil since last night, the
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