Chapter 499

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“At this rate, Miss Lawson might just become his wife.”
Carol, now in high spirits after asserting her dominance, confidently made her way to the top floor.
Meanwhile, inside the conference room, Collin was reviewing the final details for an important meeting.
Led by an assistant, Carol stepped inside, her eyes instantly locking onto the man who had occupied her thoughts for days. The moment she saw him again, her admiration deepened.
Her heart fluttered slightly.
“Mr. Riley,” she greeted him with a demure smile, stepping forward gracefully.
Collin, not bothering to look up, spoke in an even tone. “What brings you here?”
Carol wasn’t discouraged by his cold demeanor.
A successful man like him was bound to be a little aloof—it only made sense.
Besides, with her beauty, she was confident that once Collin spent more time with her, he would recognize her worth.
Winning his heart would only be a matter of time.
“Mr. Riley, I came to deliver an invitation.” She handed him a sleek envelope. “My birthday is coming up, and my family is hosting a celebration. I’d like to invite you to attend.”
Then, after a slight pause, she added in a softer, more expectant tone, “I would also love for you to be my date and share the first dance with me at my party.”
It never even crossed her mind that he might refuse.
In her imagination, she could already see the elegant dance unfolding—Collin’s strong arms around her, their movements perfectly in sync, her cheeks glowing with warmth. The thought alone made her heart race.
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Collin didn’t even lift his head. His attention remained fixed on the documents before him. Without hesitation, he rejected Carol. “Sorry, that won’t be possible.”
Carol’s smile faltered. She furrowed her brows, a flicker of anxiety crossing her face. “You haven’t even checked your schedule. Are you sure you’re really unavailable?”
Before she could finish, Collin coldly cut her off. “In every way, I’m unavailable.”
Carol’s embarrassment deepened. She clenched her fists, glaring at him. “Mr. Riley, don’t you think you’re being a little too harsh? Is this how you treat someone from the Lawson family?”
However, Collin didn’t bother responding.
Taking a deep breath, Carol pressed on, her tone turning serious. “If you insist on treating me this way, it could affect the partnership between the Lawson Group and your company. You do realize that my brother only initiated this deal to find a cure for my heart condition?” Still, Collin remained unmoved.
He finally looked up, his gaze cold and piercing. His voice was calm, but his words carried an unmistakable weight. “Miss Lawson, consider this your final warning. Stop overstepping your boundaries, and stop trying to get close to me. I’ve told you before—I’m married, and my wife and I have a strong bond.”
Carol’s eyes widened in shock. She opened her mouth to argue, but Collin didn’t give her the chance. His voice turned even colder. “If you pull a stunt like this again, don’t blame me for throwing you out right in front of everyone.”
His words landed like a slap. Carol stood there, frozen, her face burning with humiliation. Her eyes shimmered with unshed tears as she clenched her jaw. “You… You’re such a jerk!”
Tears spilled down her cheeks as she spun on her heels and rushed out, her footsteps echoing down the hallway.
Dustin, who had been hiding in the corner, finally dared to step into the room once the coast was clear.
He cautiously glanced toward the door, as if making sure Carol wouldn’t storm back in.
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