Marrying A Secret Zillionaire: Happy Ever After Novel

Chapter 1249: Life at the Riley family residence felt different from the laid-back atmosphere at Vista Villa. Surrounded by the Riley family, Linsey made sure to sit up straight, choosing a seat instead of stretching out on the couch. She watched the room with quiet curiosity. Noticing Linsey sitting alone, Ivy took it upon herself to settle down beside her and offer some friendly company. They chatted for a while, the conversation flowing easily. Soon, Ivy brightened with an idea and opened a nearby drawer. "You probably haven't gone through our photo albums yet.

Let me show you who's who in the family." First, she pointed out a photo of her late husband, Anson Riley. Hearing that Anson had built Riley Group from the ground up, Linsey felt a genuine sense of admiration for the man's achievements. With a gentle smile, Ivy placed Anson's picture next to one of Collin. "Take a look, Linsey. Don't you think they share the same eyes? Out of everyone, Anson was always the one who spoiled Collin the most." As the evening wore on, their conversation made the hours slip by unnoticed. Ivy's eyelids began to droop.

Linsey noticed the fatigue and gently suggested, "You should get some rest, Ivy. Why not head to your room?" Once Ivy had retired for the night, Linsey realized Collin still hadn't come back downstairs. With nothing else to do, she rose and wandered out into the garden. A voice, easy and slightly teasing, drifted from somewhere behind her. "Why don't you leave Collin for me?" The remark made Linsey turn around at once. Garden lights cast a soft glow along the path, and through the dimness, Linsey could just make out Huntley standing a short distance away.

They locked eyes, an unspoken question hanging in the air. Confusion mixed with a hint of amusement played across Linsey's face. "I have no idea what you're getting at, Huntley." Only the two of them remained in the garden, the night growing quieter around their unexpected encounter. Exclusive updates available gⱯlnσνℓs․com Without hesitation, Huntley said, "Let's be real. I don't buy that you chose to marry Collin, considering his condition. Feels more like someone forced your hand." Sliding his phone into his pocket, he wasted no time closing the gap between them.

In no time at all, Huntley stood so close that Linsey could catch the subtle scent of alcohol lingering on his breath. She opened her mouth to respond, but before a word left her lips, Huntley gently brushed a strand of hair away from her face. His voice softened, the words edged with mischief. "You only need to say the word, and I'll set you up. I can get you a place of your own, a car, diamonds, anything you want. I could make you happier than you've ever been. Tempted yet?" No matter how appealing he made it sound, Linsey stayed cool and unaffected.

She remembered seeing Huntley work his charms on another woman at the Ruiz Group's banquet, even using nearly identical lines. Huntley had a reputation for this sort of thing, and she had no intention of becoming another name on his list. Plus, if she ever betrayed Collin, he would definitely make her pay. That thought alone sent a chill down her spine. Starting out as a Riley, especially meeting Collin's family for the very first time, Linsey knew better than to stir up conflict or draw unnecessary trouble, especially with someone like Huntley. . . .