Chapter 97 hapter 97 You Seem Truly Happy Josh's words sent a warm rush through Collin, and his smile grew brighter.
"Alright, I understand," Collin responded.
Josh, having observed the scene in silence, let out a nostalgic sigh. "Mr. Riley, to speak frankly, I once doubted you'd ever marry. But look at you now-not only married but obviously in love. Your grandmother would be overjoyed and so relieved." Collin blinked in surprise. "What do you mean?" "You seem truly happy," Josh replied with a warm smile.
At those words, Collin chuckled, his laugh softening his usually reserved expression and making him appear more vibrant than ever.
Happiness had transformed from a distant dream into his reality, all because of Linsey.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Had Grandma not insisted, I might never have met Linsey," Collin said.
Before, Collin would have dismissed the idea of fate. Now, he was a believer, hopeful that it would continue to bless Linsey and his life with joy and peace.
Following Dustin and Anthea's advice was crucial-he knew he had to be utterly transparent with Linsey about everything.
He pondered how she would respond to learning the truth.
Regardless of her reaction, Collin was determined to face everything with bravery.
Thinking of Linsey made him smile once more, his expression naturally lifting into one of genuine happiness.
On the other side, Linsey had just finished a phone call. She inhaled deeply, steadying her nerves before she began to pack her bag and leave.
As she exited her office, she collided with colleagues returning from their break.
"Hey, Linsey, leaving so early today?" one quipped, noting her quick pace.
A blush crept into Linsey's cheeks as she remembered Collin's words from earlier. "Yeah, aren't you guys headed hyet?" One colleague sighed. "We've yet to finish today's designs. We just had a quick dinner and walk, but now it's back to work for us." Another colleague noticed Linsey's flushed cheeks and grinned. "Looks like someone's eager to get hto her husband, huh?" Their laughter filled the air as they teased her good-naturedly.
0.0% 16:03 Chapter 97 You Seem Truly Happy Feeling the playful vibes, Linsey smiled and nodded softly. "Yeah." "Then go ahead! We'll see you tomorrow!" "Alright, see you. Make sure you all head hsoon too," Linsey responded.
As she walked past her colleagues, one of them called out, "Oh, Linsey, just a heads-up-the streetlights in the park are out tonight. It's really dark out there, so be careful, okay?" "Got it, thanks. I'll just take a cab hinstead of the bus," Linsey replied
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWhen Linsey stepped outside, she saw the park cloaked in darkness. Speople were navigating with the help of their phone flashlights. Approaching the park's exit, she pulled out her phone to book a ride.
For sreason, the signal was unusually weak that evening. Opening thetook forever.
The surrounding noises gradually dwindled, and a shiver of cold ramup her spine. Her heart raced, prompting her to whirl around, but no one was there. She furrowed her brow, trying to shake off the unease, convincing herself it was all in her head.
But as she turned back, Linsey gasped. Someone was suddenly in front of her. She froze, instinctively stepping back in alarm.
Before she could react further, the figure darted forward. In the darkness, they presseda.handkerchief against her mouth and nose, stifling her breath and any scream. "Help..." Linsey attempted to scream, but her voice was muffled, her vision dimming rapidly until everything went black.
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