Unfazed by Collin s temper, Linsey finished her meal and sipped the last of her juice.

Linsey! Collin s voice, thick with irritation, snapped through clenched teeth. Are you oblivious or just not listening? Why are you acting like I m not here? Linsey nearly let out another exasperated sigh.

Why was she ignoring him? Couldn t he guess? His sanctimonious attitude, though he was at fault, was infuriating.

Though her thoughts brimmed with grievances, she refused to engage.

Content and sated, she pushed her chair back, rose, and offered Roland a smile. No need to fix lunch for me today. I m heading out and will eat elsewhere.

Um Roland hesitated, glancing cautiously at Collin, whose face darkened further.

No chance! Collin shot back, his tone unyielding.

Linsey, who had been tuning him out, spun around at this, her anger flaring. We had a deal! If I went to Kylee s birthday party with you, you wouldn t meddle with my plans to go out!

Collin knew this but pretended otherwise, his face impassive as he callously dismissed their agreement. I don t recall saying that.

You! Linsey was floored by his betrayal; her fists tightened in frustration, and words failed her.

Taking a deep breath to quell her fury, she asserted, I m a person, not your captive. Whatever you say, I m going out today.

Go ahead and see if you can, Collin said, his voice sharp as ice and his eyes unwavering.

Just watch me, Linsey snapped, her resolve burning bright.

Without another word, she strode out the door, head held high.

Not once did Collin call after her. He simply watched, the coldness on his face giving nothing away. He was sure she wouldn t get far.

As she set foot outside, two bodyguards immediately blocked her path, sticking to their orders without question.

She fought hard, refusing to go quietly, but they ignored her outrage and dragged her straight back into the house.

As he saw her return, Collin s lips curled into a mocking grin. That was quick. Didn t you say you were going out?

Anger shook Linsey as she struggled to stand. You re unbelievable! she shouted, her fists clenched tight.

In a flash, she lunged at Collin, the room tensing around her.

Both bodyguards called out at once, Mr. Riley!

Every movement Linsey made was aimed at Collin.

Their eyes locked, and she seized his arm, sinking her teeth in hard enough to make him feel every bit of her rage.

Before the guards could intervene, Collin spoke with a sharp edge. Let her go. I can handle this.

The bodyguards traded uncertain looks but stepped back as ordered.

All the while, Linsey bit down, refusing to let up until blood welled on his skin.

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