Chapter 460

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Dustin’s expression shifted to one of disappointment. “What? I came all the way here for nothing? Collin, I’ve got to ask—how could you let Ivy live alone in a nursing home at her age? That’s just not right!” His tone grew more animated, even turning a bit accusatory. “Your place is huge. Surely, you could spare a room for Ivy. If you keep this up, I’ll just take her in with me!”
Collin fought the urge to roll his eyes at Dustin. “It was Grandma’s decision to move into the nursing home.”
He stopped, recalling her reasoning. “She didn’t want to disturb my married life. Honestly, she’s not as pitiful as you think. I checked out the place. It’s actually pretty nice, and I plan to invest in it so she’ll be more comfortable there.”
Dustin went quiet for a few seconds, his eyes widening in surprise. “Ivy really said she didn’t want to disturb you and Linsey’s married life?” Dustin chuckled softly. “So, Ivy met Linsey last night. How’d it go? She must like your wife, right? After all, Linsey’s the first woman in years to get close to you.”
Collin brushed off Dustin’s teasing tone and replied seriously, “Grandma really likes Linsey, and Linsey likes her, too. Ever since they met, our bond has grown stronger. Grandma’s practically the only family I have left.”
As for the rest of the Riley family, they hardly mattered.
Dustin gave a small nod, a genuine smile crossing his face, pleased for his friend. Then, a thought crossed Dustin’s mind, and he shot Collin a teasing look. “Speaking of which, Ivy used to pressure you about getting married. Now that you’re married, do you think she’ll start pushing for a grandkid?”
Collin didn’t hesitate. “Yeah, Grandma did mention it.”
“I knew it.” Dustin chuckled. “Ivy would definitely be on that.” He tapped his chin, thinking. “But it’s strange. You and Linsey have been married for months, both perfectly healthy, yet no baby yet. What’s going on there?”
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Dustin studied Collin carefully, a mischievous glint in his eyes. “Wait a minute… Could it be that you’re impotent?”
Collin’s expression darkened immediately. His voice turned icy. “Dustin, are you asking for trouble? Came all the way here just to mess with me?” No man liked having his sexual prowess questioned, and Collin was no exception.
Dustin had been talking without thinking.
But when he caught the cold, dangerous look in Collin’s eyes—like he was ready to rip him apart—Dustin quickly backpedaled, realizing his mistake.
“I was just joking,” Dustin said with a grin. “After all, Dominic has checked both of you. With your health, starting a family should be a breeze. You’ll probably have a whole bunch of kids.”
Dustin wasn’t wrong. Dominic had confirmed that both of them were in good health—no issues there.
The couple was madly in love, practically joined at the hip. Logically, there should have been news by now… As Dustin spoke, Collin couldn’t help but think of Linsey’s wistful look from last night, and his mood shifted, darkening.
“We’ll just let things happen on their own,” Collin replied quietly. “I don’t want Linsey to feel any more pressure.”
Dustin didn’t miss the way Collin’s expression darkened—he was clearly troubled by the fact that Linsey wasn’t pregnant yet. Wanting to steer clear of the heavy topic, Dustin shifted gears.
“Since Ivy’s settled into the nursing home, why don’t you take me to see her? I brought her some health supplements. Who knows? Maybe she’ll have a little surprise for me too.”
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