Chapter 68

Chapter 68 Why Are You So

Nervous

When she heard Collin's voice, Linsey spun around, startled. "Collin, why are you out here?"

Even in his wheelchair, his presence commanded attention as he approached her.

A faint trace of amusement flickered in Collin's eyes at her reaction.

He raised an eyebrow and spoke in an unhurried tone. "You told me to take better care of my health. I figured you had a point, so I decided to come out for breakfast. Why? Do you have a problem with that?"

Linsey felt the heat rise to her cheeks again as memories of what had happened in the study rushed back.

Noticing her hesitation, the butler smiled and spoke up first. He looked at Collin apologetically and said, "Mr. Riley, I misspoke earlier. I hope you won't hold it against me."

Collin wasn't particularly concerned about the butler's words. What unsettled him was the thought of Linsey hearing too much about his past. He had no intention of letting that happen, so he cut the conversation short.

"It's fine," he said coolly.

The moment Linsey met Collin's gaze, her mind flashed back to what had happened earlier in the study. She pressed her lips together and quickly said, "I'll go make something for you to eat."

Since he had actually listened to her advice and come out for breakfast, she felt obligated to keep her word and cook for

him.

But as soon as she turned to leave, Collin caught her wrist firmly.

handle breakfast," he

second before replying, "But I promised to make it for you.

more, he pulled her forward with unexpected force,

warmth and strength pulling her in. Startled, she instinctively tried to

Collin's grip on her waist tightened, keeping her

of embarrassment crash over her. She pressed her palms against Collin's chest, pushing lightly in an attempt to free

in broad daylight-what

that it would be

at the thought.

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like this was completely unfamiliar

unsure of

still," Collin commanded, his voice calm but firm, making it clear he

had no intention

lip, lowering her gaze, debating

hand pressed lightly against her back as he leaned in closer. His deep, velvety voice brushed against

good."

sure he could hear it. His words sent a fresh wave of heat through her, leaving her

more flustered.

obvious closeness, felt a quiet satisfaction. With

"Oh dear, the breakfast on the table has gone cold. I'll have them warm it

response, he turned and walked away

wouldn't

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