Chapter 1225:

Roland, caught on the other end, could only freeze in shock.

“Hand that back,” Collin said, reclaiming the receiver from her grip.

He barely had it before Roland’s hesitant voice crackled through. “Mr. Riley, is everything under control?”

Collin’s tone was light, almost dismissive. “It’s nothing—she’s just had a bit too much to drink. Bring the honey water quickly,” he responded before cutting the connection.

Linsey made another grab for the phone, but Collin simply set it out of her reach.

Instead, he drew her onto his lap, his fingers gently pinching her cheek in mock reproach. “Careful, Linsey—at this rate, you’ll have the whole staff on high alert.”

She pouted, prying his hand away. “That’s ridiculous. This house is huge, I’m not shouting that loud.”

mischievous arch lifted Collin’s brow, his grin playful. “If you say so. Maybe next time, I’ll record your tirade

only rolled her eyes, choosing to

their exchange lingered in the air. Collin kept her comfortably perched on his

the scene before him. He averted his gaze and spoke in a respectful tone.

on the table, then quietly slipped out, ensuring the door shut firmly

soft as he urged her, “Here. Honey water’s a cure-all. Drink this, and I promise


the cup. Her question came out of nowhere—soft but piercing. “Tell me, Collin. What is it you even

only nudged the cup a little closer, silently

resignation creeping into her voice. “If sleeping with you tonight is all it takes to set me free, let’s

all

Collin freeze, his face darkening as he asked, “Do you even understand what you’re

nodded. “I understand

herself

forward; she leaned in and pressed her lips to

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