Instead of launching into explanations, Linsey guided him toward the hospital bed. Shari, meet my fianc , Collin Riley. I believe you two crossed paths before.

She gestured between them with a warm smile. Collin, this is Shari Sanchez, one of my dearest friends from university.

Collin straightened his posture and offered a respectful nod. Hello. A brief moment passed before he added with genuine regret, I apologize for barging in like this. In my haste, I completely forgot to bring flowers or anything suitable for a hospital visit.

Shari blinked in surprise, then quickly waved her hand dismissively. Please, don t worry about that.

Her smile carried both embarrassment and deep appreciation. Honestly, I shouldn t even be taking up a hospital bed. Linsey insisted because she worried about me.

Recognition flickered in her eyes as memories surfaced. Four years ago, at their reunion, Collin had left quite an impression on her and several other old classmates. Back then, he had been confined to a wheelchair. Seeing him standing here now, she assumed his condition had improved significantly.

You don t need to bring me anything. You and Linsey have already given me more than enough, Shari said sincerely.

Sadly, the expensive gifts didn t last Harold had sold them off not long after.

Collin looked slightly taken aback.

Linsey gently reminded him, Four years ago, I went to a class reunion. You came in later and made quite the entrance flaunting your wealth. Back then, she had no idea he was the founder of CR Corporation. Looking back now, she realized that the clues were all there. But she had been too in love to notice the signs.

Collin remembered the reunion and smiled softly. Linsey is my girl. Her friends are my friends. No need to stand on ceremony.

Exactly. Don t worry too much, Shari. I ll help take care of the rest, Linsey added warmly.

Shari gave a small smile, her eyes resting on their clasped hands. Earlier, she had quietly watched them feeling admiration and a quiet ache. She had already known that marrying Harold had been a mistake. But regrets were useless. All she could do now was find a way to escape his grip and protect Elva.

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As for a love like Linsey and Collin s, she had long let go of any hope. Linsey must ve followed the doctor s advice and had you admitted. If you need anything else, just tell me. I ll take care of it, Collin said, relieved to know Linsey was well.

Before she could reply, a playful voice chimed in from behind. Too late. I already took care of everything for Linsey s friend. You ll have to wait for another chance to play the hero. Linsey and Collin turned at the same time.

Jeffery strolled in with a relaxed smile, holding a medical report in hand.

He handed it to Linsey and raised an eyebrow at Collin, teasing, Mr. Riley, long time no see.

Collin s face hardly changed at the sight of him.

Jeffery noticed the cool glance and how Collin looked away like he was no more than a stranger in passing.

Stunned, Jeffery blinked. Seriously, Collin? You re just going to ignore me like that? I am

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