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.”

his grin playful. “If you say so. Maybe next time, I’ll record your tirade and let you

eyes, choosing to ignore

in the air. Collin kept her comfortably

averted his gaze and

word, Roland set the cup on the table, then quietly slipped out, ensuring the door shut firmly

tone uncharacteristically soft as he urged her, “Here. Honey water’s


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

nudged the cup a little closer, silently

voice. “If sleeping with you tonight is all it takes to set me free, let’s just get

all on

words made Collin freeze, his face darkening as

nodded. “I

herself to Collin

thought propelled her forward; she leaned in and pressed her lips

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