Chapter 1450:

“Who are you?” Linsey demanded, her gaze sharp and suspicious, convinced she had never seen him before.

The young man caught her defensive stance and let out a quiet, reassuring laugh. “I’m Philip Lloyd,” he replied. “Mr. Collin Riley sent me. I’m one of his assistants, and I’m here to pick you up.”

“Collin sent you?” Linsey asked, still in doubt.

Philip gave a simple nod. “That’s right.”

Once she realized he was who he claimed to be, Linsey allowed herself to relax. Still, a hint of surprise lingered in her voice. “You got here faster than I expected.”

Philip smiled, his tone friendly. “I actually arrived a little early, just to be safe. Ms. Brooks, if you’ll follow me.”

“Okay.” Without hesitation, Linsey nodded and followed him.

sleek black business van idled by the curb,

Linsey thanked him

when her eyes caught a man in a tailored suit already

split-second hesitation froze Linsey in

lowered the newspaper, his strikingly handsome

swept over her, and she blurted


her startled reaction and asked, “You

admitted, still reeling. “I just can’t believe you came all the way

another thought hit her. “Wait… you didn’t come to Necroessau only for me, did

on her. Instead, he spoke plainly. “I’m here to handle business at the branch

faded, though

I realized I knew the person in charge. I figured it’d be best if I dealt

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