Chapter 1095:

Until this moment, he hadn’t grasped how much trouble Joanne could stir.

If he had known sooner, he would have dealt with her when he handled Haven.

“Collin’s always by your side, protecting you. Do you think I’d be reckless enough to challenge the founder of CR Corporation?” Joanne’s voice sharpened, the slur of alcohol fading. “I wouldn’t do something so foolish.”

After a brief pause, she added with deliberate menace, “But don’t assume you and Collin can simply sweep me aside. As a Walton and Dustin’s fiancée, I’m untouchable without hard proof. Cross me, and the Walton family, the Wade family, and Hester will ensure you face consequences.”

Linsey’s expression hardened. She was stunned by Joanne’s brazen audacity.

She responded icily, stating an undeniable truth. “With CR Corporation’s influence and reach, we have no reason to fear you. As Lawson Group’s CEO, I can wield its resources at will. Do you really think your threats carry weight?”

As she spoke, Linsey’s thoughts raced elsewhere.

Was Joanne truly Dustin’s fiancée?

blessing but

be bowing to his

What about Dolores?

Dustin really given

trusted outright. If Dustin and Joanne’s engagement was official, Collin would surely have

dismissively, her tone flippant. “Fine, maybe I can’t be a threat

were casual and careless, causing Linsey to frown in disgust

do you think I’m powerless against those close to you?” she

sharply. “What are you

but you still won’t budge. Does that mean

like a jolt—Joanne

Linsey’s voice trembled with fury. “If you so much

abruptly, cutting off

get some people to Dolores’ place immediately to check on her. I’m calling her now,” Linsey urged, her voice tense as

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