Marrying A Secret Zillionaire: Happy Ever After Novel

Chapter 323: "Alright then," Linsey said, her smile warming as she embraced the unexpected gift. "If these roses are indeed from Dustin, we should graciously accept and appreciate them."

"Sure, as long as they're to your liking," Collin offered, his tone dripping with congeniality.

Laughing heartily, the two shuffled out of the dimly lit private room of the bar, their easy chatter blending seamlessly with the lively clinks and murmurs of the surrounding patrons.

This lighthearted departure caught Gorman's eye from a shadowy corner where he was lurking. He knitted his brows in confusion, his mind racing. How peculiar it was that Linsey had accepted roses from another man, yet Collin, seemingly her devoted husband, showed no sign of jealousy. Could it be that their marriage had lacked the passion one would have expected? As he mulled over this anomaly, a mocking sneer slowly spread across Gorman's face.

Just earlier, Linsey's tender declarations had convinced him of their deep, unshakeable connection. Now, it appeared nothing more than a facade. Perhaps Collin, conceding to his own inadequacies, had come to accept that he didn't measure up to someone like Linsey?

And with a rival as formidable as Gorman in the fray, Collin was too cowardly to confront the threat openly. If this was indeed the case, Gorman felt a surge of triumph, sensing victory within his grasp.

His initial plan had been to drive a wedge between Linsey and Collin, capitalizing on the fallout. Though the plot had deviated from his expectations, Gorman remained unfazed. Any development that tilted the scales in his favor was a welcome one.

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All the while, Linsey hadn't given Gorman a single thought. After departing from the bar, she ambled along the shore, pushing Collin's wheelchair. The brisk, nocturnal sea breeze swept over them, its refreshing touch instilling a profound sense of relaxation. Amidst the serene night, an unusual tranquility enveloped them both.

Out of the blue, Collin's voice broke the silence with a curious tone. "So, what did you wish for when you blew out the candles earlier?"

Linsey quirked an eyebrow and offered a secretive smile. "That's a secret! If I spill it, my wish won't come true."

"Is that so? What a pity," Collin responded earnestly. "My wish involved you. I bet you're dying to know."

This statement sparked Linsey's curiosity, prompting her to probe, "What did you wish for?"

Collin arched an eyebrow mischievously. "Are you sure you want to know? Lean in closer, and I'll whisper it."

Drawn by his invitation, Linsey leaned toward him, only to be greeted by Collin's soft chuckle next to her ear as he echoed her earlier words.

"It's a secret. After all, you just mentioned that revealing a wish will prevent it from coming true."

Surprise flickered across Linsey's face as she caught the playful smirk playing on Collin's lips, realizing he had merely been messing with her.

Annoyance washed over Linsey immediately. "Collin! Why must you act so childishly?" she exclaimed.

Unperturbed by her chiding, Collin only shrugged. To him, what harm was there in being a tad childish with his wife? However, noticing her growing irritation, he teased, "If you're dying of curiosity, I might consider divulging my secrets. How about a kiss first? Then, I'll unveil any secret you wish to unravel."

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