Barely moments after placing her order, the doorbell chimed. Could the delivery really be this fast?
Surprise and excitement bubbled up as Linsey rushed to answer the door. But standing there wasn t a delivery person. Instead, an elderly gentleman waited patiently at the threshold.
Linsey blinked in surprise, then offered a polite smile. Excuse me, may I ask your name and who you re looking for?
The man didn t respond immediately. His keen eyes studied her from head to toe before finally settling on her face with quiet assessment.
After this careful examination, he introduced himself. I am the personal butler of Ivy Riley, Mr. Riley s grandmother. I m here to discuss matters with Mr. Riley.
Linsey nodded with understanding and stepped aside gracefully. He s in the study upstairs.
Thank you. Roland inclined his head respectfully and made his way upstairs without further assistance.
Linsey felt no curiosity about whatever business the butler had with Collin and settled onto the sofa to wait for her food delivery.
While she was waiting, her thoughts naturally drifted to Felix. She wondered what he was doing right now and how things were progressing at the company.
Eventually, she reached for her phone and dialed Felix s familiar number. After what felt like an eternity, the call finally connected.
Linsey s eyes lit up with genuine joy. Felix
Before another word could escape her lips, a woman s sultry voice cut through the line. Felix, who are you talking to?
Linsey s expression froze completely, confusion washing over her features. Joanna? Why were they together again?
Silence stretched across the line like a taut wire.
When Felix finally spoke, Joanna s voice had mysteriously vanished from the background.
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What s the matter? His tone carried an unmistakable chill.
Linsey jolted back to the present, forcing brightness into her voice. I just missed you.
After explaining her reason for calling, she straightened in her seat, anxiety creeping into her words. Felix, I heard Joanna s voice just now. What s going on with you two?
Felix clicked his tongue in obvious irritation, recognizing her suspicion immediately. Joanna wasn t feeling well, so I came to check on her.
Linsey s brows knitted together at his explanation. But aren t you really busy with work? She
Enough. Felix s sharp interruption sliced through her words, impatience bleeding into every syllable. I know what I m doing. I don t need you telling me how to handle things.
The reprimand struck Linsey like a physical blow, leaving her chest tight with hurt.
Before she could gather herself to respond, Felix delivered his final verdict with brutal efficiency. Don t call me unless it s important. I m busy. I ll come to you when I m free.
The line went dead with a harsh click.
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