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.”

so. Maybe next time, I’ll

rolled her eyes, choosing to ignore

in the air.

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

the table, then quietly slipped out, ensuring

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


nowhere—soft but piercing. “Tell me, Collin. What is it you even see in

a little closer,

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

it all

Collin freeze, his face darkening as he asked, “Do you

“I

herself to Collin

she leaned

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