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.
hung in the air, broken only by Linsey's soft, soothing voice responding from the other side.
you haven't had a bite since last night, so I've brought you something. Mind if
Why had she come?
eyes narrowed slightly, suspicion clouding his features. A smirk, tinged with mockery,
lips.
up to
from his throat. Turning his
command. "Let's put the meeting on
subordinates, having overheard Linsey just moments before, were visibly stunned after
But today, he found himself breaking his own rule-for the wife
the
they wondered what was
allow them to stay
the conversation remained
responded, their voice carrying
shut, the click echoing subtly through the
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his expression unreadable, before saying,
Linsey entered, her arms balancing a laden tray. Her eyes darted immediately
of documents engulfing
night, the actual sight of such
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