Chapter 1249:

Life at the Riley family residence felt different from the laid-back atmosphere at Vista Villa. Surrounded by the Riley family, Linsey made sure to sit up straight, choosing a seat instead of stretching out on the couch. She watched the room with quiet curiosity.

Noticing Linsey sitting alone, Ivy took it upon herself to settle down beside her and offer some friendly company.

They chatted for a while, the conversation flowing easily. Soon, Ivy brightened with an idea and opened a nearby drawer. “You probably haven’t gone through our photo albums yet. Let me show you who’s who in the family.” First, she pointed out a photo of her late husband, Anson Riley.

Hearing that Anson had built Riley Group from the ground up, Linsey felt a genuine sense of admiration for the man’s achievements.

With a gentle smile, Ivy placed Anson’s picture next to one of Collin. “Take a look, Linsey. Don’t you think they share the same eyes? Out of everyone, Anson was always the one who spoiled Collin the most.”

As the evening wore on, their conversation made the hours slip by unnoticed. Ivy’s eyelids began to droop.

the fatigue and gently suggested, “You should get some rest, Ivy. Why not head

retired for the night, Linsey realized Collin still hadn’t come back downstairs. With nothing

voice, easy and slightly teasing, drifted from somewhere behind

made Linsey turn around

soft glow along the path, and through the dimness, Linsey could just make out Huntley standing a short distance

of amusement played across Linsey’s face. “I have no idea

two of them remained in the garden, the night growing quieter


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said, “Let’s be real. I don’t buy that you chose

them. In no time at all, Huntley stood so close that Linsey could catch the subtle scent of alcohol lingering on his

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