Chapter 9

Chapter 9 We'll Tackle It Together

Collin's gaze flickered with a trace of surprise so subtle it was almost invisible.

Like she mentioned, Linsey toned down the sweetness-which happened to suit his preferences effortlessly.

With a stoic expression, he nibbled on half of the cookie and, feigning a discerning palate, commented, "Overly sweet treats aren't really to my liking."

Linsey offered no rebuttal; instead, she silently logged this preference in her memory.

It was clear that Collin favored more subdued flavors.

"I'll whip up a new batch then," she said, reaching to collect the plate of cookies.

"That won't be necessary." Collin intercepted her hand with his, reaching for the warm milk instead. "This is fine for

breakfast."

His voice remained flat as he continued, "You can leave now. I have work to complete."

calmness, "Collin, I want to apologize for last night. I hold no hard feelings towards you. It's just that we've recently met, and I'm still finding my footing. My actions meant nothing beyond that. And I certainly don't want you to misconstrue anything because of last night." With

you, I'm prepared to embrace every part of you-the virtues and the flaws. It seems only natural that I support you in any way you need. I assure you, what happened last night

in silence, his

tinged with skepticism, "Do

you, and I intend

smile crept across Collin's lips. Did she know what

offered to

a chuckle, he took a deep breath, momentarily setting aside

piece of my past I haven't yet shared with you. I was involved in a car accident when I was young, leaving me with a lasting disability. This scar has led my family to overlook me consistently. I've spent recent years launching businesses away from their shadow, striving to gain their acknowledgment.

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their wake. If you feel the need to step back, I

was momentarily paralyzed by the revelation. Then, gathering her composure, she queried, "How much debt

a hint of mischief in his tone, tossed

under a

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