Chapter 1207:

“For what reason?” he demanded.

Not wanting to share too much, Linsey kept her response vague. “Just some personal errands. I’ll be back once they’re handled.”

Collin’s expression remained unyielding, and he shut her down with commanding finality. “Stay here. You’re not going anywhere without my say-so.”

“Why do I have to obey you in everything?” Linsey’s voice rose, frustration spilling over. “I’m not your pet. Can’t I have a few hours to myself?”

With unshakable calm, Collin responded, “Because I’m in charge here, and you’re my wife. You’re mine, so you follow my rules.”

“Collin, you’re insane,” Linsey snapped, her emotions boiling over. “I’m a person, not your property. Why should I be under your control?”

The air at the dining table grew heavy with tension. Roland, overhearing Linsey’s heated words, felt a chill of fear, his legs trembling as he recalled the grim fate of the last person who dared insult Collin. The memory, vivid and terrifying, sent a shiver down his spine.

the same fate, Roland quickly interrupted, hoping to ease

upset. Mrs. Riley never meant to argue

unmoved by Roland’s efforts, his icy stare

at Linsey, silently

was far too furious to heed any warnings. She locked eyes with Collin and said, “Say whatever you want. I’m going out today, whether

wish,” Collin answered, his tone measured, almost indifferent. “But if you disappear and I can’t


wishing her stare alone could set him ablaze.

hosts great

even flinch. “I don’t see the point in

was so exasperated by his arrogance that she struggled to

grew

more, but Linsey had already

her leave, then called out after her in a low, commanding voice, “Don’t take

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