Marrying A Secret Zillionaire: Happy Ever After Novel

Chapter 1438: A faint smile curved Gorman's lips as he raised a brow. "Is that so?" "Of course it is," Dolores responded firmly with a nod. In her mind, a fraud usually came chasing after money or sex. But Gorman, the head of Green Group, was already rich beyond imagination-hardly a man in need of money. She had once suspected he might only want to sleep with Linsey. But after seeing him today, shielding Linsey from scalding water with his own arm, Dolores felt her doubts slowly begin to fade.

Instead of viewing Gorman's affection for Linsey as treating her like a substitute, it was safe to say he was genuinely fond of her. Why else would a distinguished CEO, accustomed to a life of opulence, personally protect her from scalding water? Upon reflection, Dolores realized Gorman was strikingly handsome. With his wealth and warmth, he exuded a magnetic charm that captivated women. A man of Gorman's caliber could have any beautiful woman he desired.

If his feelings for Linsey weren't sincere, why would he linger by her side, tending to her needs and even driving her to and from places like a devoted chauffeur? The more Dolores considered this, the stronger her conviction grew to champion their bond. Seizing the moment, she beamed at Gorman. "I'm convinced no one in the world is better suited for Linsey than you. You two are absolutely meant for each other!" When Gorman heard this, his lips curved into a subtle smile, a flicker of deeper amusement glinting in his eyes.

His carefully crafted persona had clearly worked, winning over even Linsey's closest friend, not to mention- His thoughts were cut short as Linsey gently chided, "Dolores, don't say things like that. Gorman and I can't be a couple." Gorman's smile faltered, freezing on his face. He was about to ask, but Dolores beat him to it, voicing the question. "Why not?" Linsey's gaze flicked toward Gorman instinctively. Their eyes locked, and her pulse quickened without warning. Feeling her cheeks flush, she averted her eyes in a near-panic, unable to hold his stare.

Find your next adventure at gα ℓη σ ν ℓs․com Curious and undeterred, Dolores pressed, "Linsey, why do you think it won't work between you? You seem so perfect together." Gorman, cautious not to overwhelm Linsey and risk pushing her away, stayed quiet, watching her with a calm, steady gaze. Linsey bit her lip, momentarily at a loss for words. To sidestep the conversation, she blurted, "Gorman's injury can't wait any longer. I'm going to grab the medicine." Without waiting for Dolores's reply, she hurried off.

"Linsey!" Dolores called after her, but Linsey didn't glance back or slow her steps; instead, she sped up as if escaping. Gorman watched her retreating figure, the warmth in his eyes dimming. "Gorman, I'm sorry, she-" Dolores began, fumbling to lighten the awkward tension, unsure of how to explain Linsey's reaction. "It's all right," Gorman cut in with a soft chuckle. "I'm patient. I'll wait for her to see how much I love her." . . .