Chapter 823:

Linsey found herself chuckling at the exchange, then hastily added, “Sorry.”

Dustin seemed unfazed by her laughter, his attention solely on Dolores.

Feeling cornered by his intense gaze, Dolores gave in with exasperation. “Fine, fine, we’re friends. I haven’t even finished speaking, and you’re already upset?”

Even though Dolores maintained a facade of calmness, Linsey was aware of the underlying turmoil, evidenced by the increasing pressure of Dolores’ grip on her hand.

Despite her best efforts to endure the discomfort, Linsey eventually had to pinch Dolores’ palm gently to snap her out of her daze.

Upon regaining her composure and realizing her emotional turmoil in Dustin’s presence, Dolores quickly said, “Step aside. Linsey and I are famished. We’re going to eat.”

up. “Why don’t I take you both out? There’s this new restaurant I’ve been

about it, Linsey? If you’d prefer somewhere else,

hinting at her independence. “We don’t necessarily need your ride; I’ve got my

acknowledged this with a nod, still amiable. “That’s totally fine. You can drive if you

slightly, deferring the decision. “I’m open to anything. Dolores, why don’t you

focused on Dolores,

demeanor, felt

you mentioned. Just remember, if the food’s no good,

with that decision made, Linsey and Dolores joined Dustin in his car, heading to the

himself in the driver’s seat and took a

return, debating internally

looking for Linsey for

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