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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