Marrying A Secret Zillionaire Happy Ever After (Linsey)

Chapter 82

Chapter 82 I Won't Make Things Harder For You

Collin's grip remained steady, the warmth of his palm grounding Linsey as his fingers rested lightly against her wrist. Beneath his touch, her pulse trembled, unsteady yet alive.

"You've got makeup on. Stay still," he said, his voice a quiet command.

Linsey froze, her breath catching as their eyes met. She felt the weight of the moment press against her chest, making it impossible to move.

Her lips parted, but no words came. A shimmer of unshed tears clung to her lashes, catching the dim light.

A flicker of something unreadable passed through Collin's gaze. She looked so fragile, so small, that it made his chest

tighten.

He let out a slow breath before reaching up, his rough fingers brushing away the dampness collecting at the corners of her eyes. His touch was careful, deliberate.

"I just want to know if you like the dress. No lies," Collin said, his tone measured.

A flicker of surprise crossed Linsey's face. For a beat, her heart stuttered-then surged forward, sending warmth rushing through her veins.

it past her lips before dissolving into silence. “Hmm?” A quiet hum left Collin's lips, the depth of his own patience catching him off

might not come easily, but he found himself strangely

before she finally spoke, her voice fragile yet sincere. "I love it. Every word

you... it's

her lips, something

remained composed,

why is that? What makes

an unspoken

uncertainty kept him from pressing

respond, he

reached out, fingers closing around

had been more than she ever dared to

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blinked down at the handkerchief in

amusement lacing his tone. "Save your tears for later.

you'll have a real reason to

asked, "Are you worried they'll single you out? Do you think