Chapter 315

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He didn’t need to play dirty. He never had.
Dominic leaned against the desk, crossing his arms. “Because Kylee went after Linsey.” His smirk was almost amused. “Dustin and I both know how you are when it comes to your wife. Who’s to say you didn’t handle it yourself?”
Collin’s expression didn’t waver. “I have no reason to go that far. Kylee did this to herself.”
If she hadn’t tried to set Linsey up, she wouldn’t have ended up humiliated and dragged through the mud for days.
Dominic gave a small nod, satisfied enough with the answer. There was no need to dwell on it.
Then, Collin seemed to remember something. “I have something for you.” He reached into his inner pocket, pulling out a small item.
Dominic eyed him warily. “You’re being weirdly formal… This isn’t bad news, is it?”
Collin shot him a deadpan look before handing over an invitation. “My birthday is the day after tomorrow. Linsey wants you at the party.”
Dominic blinked, momentarily wondering if he had misheard. He took the invitation, scanning it quickly. It was real—a birthday invitation.
His head snapped up. “Are you seriously the same Collin I knew? Or have you been swapped out for a lookalike? You’ve never once celebrated your birthday. What’s different this year? This is so unlike you!”
Flipping the invitation open, his gaze landed on the neat handwriting inside—definitely not Collin’s.
Dominic smirked. “Ah… This was Linsey’s idea, wasn’t it?”
“Exactly.” At the mention of Linsey, Collin’s usual stoicism melted into a rare, effortless smile. “She enjoys a celebration, so you have to come.”
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“Of course,” Dominic agreed without hesitation.
Collin pulled out another invitation and held it out. “This one’s for Dustin. Pass it along.”
“Got it,” Dominic said, taking it without question.
It was almost surreal—Collin, of all people, was actually throwing a birthday party. Then again, since it was Linsey’s idea, it made perfect sense. She had Collin wrapped around her finger.
Dustin took the invitation from Dominic and stared at it in disbelief.
“Wow, Collin is becoming a complete stranger to me!” he exclaimed dramatically. “This is all because of Linsey! If she weren’t into birthdays, would he even consider celebrating?”
Dominic smirked. “Definitely not.”
“In that case, I need to pick out a good gift.” Dustin nodded, stroking his chin in thought. He glanced at Dominic. “So, what are you getting him?”
They had known each other for years but had rarely exchanged gifts. Even as close friends, they honestly had no idea what Collin was into. But lately, there was no question—Collin’s world revolved around Linsey. A knowing smirk crossed Dustin’s face. “Of course, I’ll make sure to get them something really special.”
Dustin leaned forward, his eyes alight with excitement. “I need you to back me up on this,” he said earnestly.
Dominic raised an eyebrow, intrigued. “What’s on your mind?” he inquired, his curiosity piqued.
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