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.

van idled by the curb, waiting for

stepped forward, pulling the door open. Linsey thanked him before bending down

eyes caught a man in a tailored suit already

split-second hesitation froze

he lowered the newspaper, his strikingly handsome face appeared

she blurted


at her startled reaction and asked,

“I just can’t believe

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

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

words faded, though her meaning was

unfinished thought, Collin answered, “Once I wrapped up my work, I realized I knew the person in charge. I figured it’d be best if I

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