Chapter 263

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Collin only smiled, his expression teasing.
“If I told you, it wouldn’t be much of a surprise.” He reached into his pocket and pulled out a blindfold, holding it up with a grin. “Now, be good and crouch down a little so I can put this on.”
Linsey let out a laugh, shaking her head but playing along. She crouched slightly, letting him gently tie the blindfold over her eyes.
The world before Linsey dissolved into sheer darkness.
Every sound in the vicinity sharpened, becoming clearer and more pronounced. A wave of discomfort washed over Linsey, prompting her to inch closer to Collin.
“Honey, please don’t leave me here alone,” she murmured, her tone imbued with warmth.
Blindfolded, her lips moved slightly as she spoke, drawing Collin’s gaze. As he watched her, a sudden tightness gripped his throat. The desire to kiss her was almost overwhelming.
Nevertheless, Collin resisted the impulse.
The timing was off.
Under his direction, Linsey climbed into the helicopter. Time seemed elusive, but with each dragging minute, her anticipation intensified. She was eager to discover their destination.
At last, the helicopter began its gradual descent, stirring her excitement further. Once they landed, Collin’s voice broke the silence calmly. “Alright, you can take it off now.”
Quickly, Linsey removed her blindfold.
As her vision adjusted to the brightness, astonishment overtook her.
An island! It was an island!
She had envisioned perhaps a quaint rural locale or a mountainous area near Grester, but an island was an unexpected delight.
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The breeze flirted with her dress, lifting it slightly.
“Collin! What island is this?” Linsey surveyed the enchanting landscape. “I’ve never stumbled upon anything like this online.”
Collin let out a gentle chuckle. “It’s a private island. Here, we can enjoy ourselves without interruption from the outside world.”
Linsey’s wonder grew. “A private island? How on earth did you secure permission to come here?”
On the verge of confessing that the island was his, Collin caught himself. With a composed expression, he responded, “I borrowed it.”
Linsey’s smile turned knowing. “Let me guess, Dustin helped you, right?” After all, Dustin was from the Wade family. It wasn’t surprising he might have his own private island.
Collin remained silent.
As Linsey marveled at the island’s beauty, her smile brightened. “Dustin might be full of himself, but he really looks out for you.” Just then, she caught a shift in Collin’s expression.
This jealous man!
Amused by his reaction, Linsey stepped forward and planted a kiss on his cheek. “But in my heart, you’re still the one. Only you would think to bring me here. Thank you, Collin.”
A flicker of emotion crossed Collin’s eyes, and a subtle smile graced his lips.
He then guided Linsey towards the villa on the island.
Entering the villa, Linsey couldn’t contain her amazement. “Dustin built a villa here too? The wealthy really have more money than sense.”
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