Chapter 83

Chapter 83 We Must Be

Cautious

At that moment, Collin had entirely forgotten Linsey's sharp words during the argument with Dustin.

"Just stay close and steer clear of any drama. Tonight, your main task is to assist with the wheelchair," he instructed in a level tone.

Linsey raised her eyebrows in mild surprise. "After all the effort I put into looking fabulous tonight, that's all you're asking of me?"

His composure briefly wavered, and the corner of his mouth twitched. "What? You think that task is beneath you?"

"Not at all!" She quickly stood, positioning herself behind him. "I'll do as you say, no questions asked."

Watching her comply so readily, Collin felt an unsettling twinge. He was wary that she might present surprises he hadn't considered.

This evening, his plan was simply to introduce Linsey at the Riley family's banquet as a formality. He had no desire to draw her into his complicated dealings with them.

prominent figures from

"Happy birthday, Mr. Riley!"

is so

responded with a warm smile. "Thank you. We missed having a proper toast at the last wedding banquet, so let's make up for it

leaned lazily against a wall at the back, visibly

an assistant to entertain the guests briefly, then pulled Huntley aside with

What are you doing?"

expression stern. "What did you promise me before? This is your birthday celebration! If you continue with this careless

tinged with frustration. "Mom, I'm really

guests are here for our family's

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unmoved and slightly arrogant. "So what? I don't care about mingling with these people.

Dad will never pass the inheritance to

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