Revenge is best served cold

Chapter 1855

"Loving someone doesn't need a reason."

Sophie looked at Colby, her eyes earnest. "My brother, he's the best person to me in this whole world, the most important."

As Colby took in the soft features of her face, an unexpected flutter stirred in his chest. They strolled through the amusement park together, the world around them slowly winding down. Just when the park was about to close, Colby's phone buzzed with a call from Gordon.

"I need to take this," he said.

Sophie nodded, understanding.

Stepping away, Colby answered. Gordon's voice came through, steady and firm.

"This time, I'm not letting you off easy."

It was a simple statement, yet it triggered a flood of memories for Colby. Memories of another time, another world where he and Sophie had first crossed paths and eventually found their way to each other.

started on his first night back in Devonport. Gordon's team had been waiting at the airport, and Rick himself had come to greet him. Later, in the quiet study of Aldridge Manor, it

tonight that I can't attend. I need you to go for

in auctions. "How's the

a knowing smile. "The answers you're looking for are at this auction. Trust

had been

about uncovering the truth behind the

had replied, leaving Aldridge Manor with Adler to

And he certainly

laid, but love

found Sophie leaning joyfully on Gordon's shoulder as they circled on the carousel. Everything seemed peaceful and right;

Colby realized it was time for him to step back. In this

Sophie, but she wasn't the Sophie meant for

a cigarette and walked away from the park. Finally, he understood where his emotional turmoil

just dreams. If given another chance, he might not fall for Sophie again. So he'd

was hovering over him,