Chapter 1246:

“Alright,” she responded, giving in without complaint.

They reached the entrance together. At Collin’s nod, Linsey pressed the doorbell, sending a quiet chime echoing through the halls. A sharp sound rang out, reverberating through the entryway.

Instead of the usual butler or a uniformed maid, a man with striking features appeared. Casually dressed in a silver-gray shirt, an untied tie, and cuffs left open, he radiated a careless confidence. The strong scent of liquor clung to him.

Collin’s half-brother, Huntley, stood before them.

No trace of courtesy appeared on Huntley’s face when he noticed Collin. He flashed him a sly grin and said, “Collin, you’ve got guts, making Grandma and Dad wait for you. Do you have no respect?”

Weren’t you the one who nearly killed someone during your midnight bender and left the whole family waiting at the police station for two days? My nerve pales in

Huntley faltered, anger rising in his eyes, his cheeks burning as if Collin had

the entryway, tension rippling between the brothers. Shock rendered Linsey motionless,

closer footsteps announced the

Collin kept his focus elsewhere, not sparing her a

quickly replaced it with her usual pleasant expression. She opened her mouth,

the first time as Linsey, dressed in a sophisticated gown and offering a distant, courteous smile, introduced herself. “It’s a pleasure. I’m Linsey, Collin’s

to humiliate Collin by chasing away his bride on


tales

with no pedigree. Resentment simmered behind her polished mask, though she kept her voice smooth and inviting. “How wonderful to meet you, Linsey. Don’t stand out here.

Collin inside. From the corner, Huntley’s eyes lingered on Linsey, open

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