Marrying A Secret Zillionaire Happy Ever After novel Chapter 48

Chapter 48 I Can Handle It

As she saw the teasing smile dancing in Collin’s eyes, Linsey’s cheeks flushed deeper. She quickly pretended to cough, hoping the distraction would shield her from the uncomfortable tension.

“Take it easy,” Collin said, a slight crease forming on his brow. His hand reached out to gently pat her back. “Here, have

some water.”

He passed the glass to Linsey.

Still choking on her coughs, Linsey grabbed the glass and drank a few sips, slowly regaining her breath.

The uncomfortable feeling in her throat gradually subsided.

After a beat of silence, she hesitated before looking up at him. “Um…” She bit her lip, cautious. “Did you hear what I said just now?”

Collin’s expression remained calm as he answered, his voice measured, “I caught a bit of it.”

His gaze lifted, and suddenly, his tone turned casual, almost teasing. “You don’t mind, do you?”

Linsey was so embarrassed that she wished she could vanish into thin air.

Collin had been nothing but considerate and gentle with her, hadn’t he? Was he really being so obedient?

Seriously? What kind of audacity had she had to make things up like that?

Embarrassment flooded her, and she awkwardly rubbed her nose, her voice faltering. “… I was just rambling earlier. I

didn’t mean any of it. Please… don’t take it seriously.”

As she spoke, Linsey discreetly studied Collin’s face, hoping to catch some flicker of displeasure.

“It’s okay, even if you meant it.” Collin’s voice broke the silence, his words surprisingly calm.

Linsey blinked, her confusion growing. She couldn’t quite grasp what he meant by that.

Did he just say it was fine, even if she had meant everything she had said?

Before she could piece it together, Collin casually asked, “The person who called… was he the groom who left you at your wedding?”

“Yes,” Linsey replied quickly. “But I’ve severed all ties with him since marrying you. He called just now, and I told him

exactly where he stands. Don’t worry, I’m your wife now, and I won’t have anything more to do with him.

A subtle smile tugged at Collin’s lips, a quiet satisfaction settling in.

Collin had originally wondered if there was a chance for Linsey and her ex–boyfriend to reconnect, but after overhearing their conversation earlier that morning, he quickly dismissed that thought.

He hadn’t expected Linsey to stand up for him when talking to Felix.

Linsey let out a quiet breath of relief, grateful that Collin wasn’t upset. She shook her head with a small smile. “It’s nothing

serious. I can handle it. You should focus on your work and not worry about me.”

“Alright,” Collin said, his tone warm, not pushing her further.

After breakfast, Linsey gathered her things and headed out for work, the day stretching ahead of her.

Collin watched Linsey leave, his gaze lingering for a moment before he wheeled himself into the study.

Once the door clicked shut behind him, he spoke calmly, his voice carrying a hint of authority. “Look into any news about

Felix Wells. I want to know what he’s been up to and who he’s been in contact with.”

His assistant hesitated, caught off guard by the personal request. It wasn’t typical for his boss to show interest in matters beyond business.