Chapter 493
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“I’ll drive you,” he said, calm but insistent.
She brushed him off with a quick shake of her head. “No need to baby me. Your shoulder’s still healing—stay here and rest.”
Collin let out a light laugh, shaking his head before saying, “I’ve been cooped up at home long enough. It’s just a quick drive to your office—nothing major. What matters is that I get to be with you a little longer.” His voice carried warmth, and his gaze was filled with sincerity.
Linsey found herself wavering, her initial reluctance fading before she even realized it. After a moment of hesitation, she sighed in surrender and muttered, “Alright, you win.”
When he saw her finally give in, Collin’s spirits lifted. Flashing her a satisfied smile, he followed her into the car.
Before long, they arrived at the company entrance.
“This is good enough. Drop me off here,” Linsey said, addressing the driver before turning to Collin. “You should head back now.”
Collin nodded with ease, reaching out to smooth a stray lock of her hair. His voice was gentle as he said, “Okay. Call me when you’re wrapping up for the day—I’ll be here waiting.”
Wait, was he planning to pick her up too?
Linsey hesitated. She didn’t want to disrupt his day, but at the same time, she didn’t want to dampen his mood. Choosing not to overthink it, she smiled and said, “Alright.”
With that, she stepped out of the car and started toward the building.
She had only taken a few steps when something suddenly came to mind. Without missing a beat, she spun around and jogged back.
Collin raised an eyebrow. “Forget something?”
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Linsey didn’t reply. Instead, she leaned down through the open window and placed a soft kiss on his lips.
“Almost forgot your morning kiss!” she said cheekily before dashing off without looking back.
The driver, who had been silently observing, couldn’t help but marvel at how deeply the couple’s affection seemed to grow with each passing day.
Collin sat still, his fingertips brushing the spot where Linsey had kissed him. A small, contented smile played on his lips.
His eyes followed her retreating figure until she disappeared into the building. Only then did he reluctantly shift his gaze away.
“Let’s go,” he instructed.
Just as the driver was about to start the engine, a sudden knocking on the window interrupted them.
Collin frowned slightly and rolled the window down, only to find himself staring at a familiar face.
“What brings you here?” he asked, his tone steady as he looked at Dustin standing outside the car.
Dustin blinked at him before responding, “Isn’t there a virtual meeting with the Lawson Group executives today? It should be obvious why I’m here.”
Collin paused briefly, then recalled the important meeting scheduled for that morning.
Keeping his composure, he replied smoothly, “Right. That’s why I’m here.”
“Huh? That’s odd. The meeting isn’t until ten. Why are you here so early?” Dustin shot him a suspicious look, glancing at his watch.
Collin certainly couldn’t admit he had just been dropping Linsey off.
If Dustin found out, Collin would never hear the end of it.
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