Marrying A Secret Zillionaire Happy Ever After novel Chapter 687

Chapter 687 That’s Something I Just Can’t Do

Linsey gave a patient explanation. “If I were really heartless, I would have embraced your affection blindly, pretending to be

oblivious.”

“I wish you had,” Gorman murmured, his smile tinged with bitterness. “To be honest, Linsey, I’d prefer if you weren’t so

honest with me. It would allow me to preserve the illusion I’ve crafted.”

Shaking her head firmly, Linsey whispered, “That’s something I just can’t do, Gorman. I really can’t.”

She bit her lip, continuing, “There are many women far better suited for you than I am.”

They faced each other, each striving to maintain a steady voice.

However, it was Gorman who found it challenging to control his emotions; Linsey was unaffected by his distress.

At times, Gorman found himself wishing Linsey would just once lose her composure with him, believing it would signify

that she had some emotional stake in him.

Gorman averted his gaze, concealing the mix of frustration and anger brewing inside him.

He struggled to accept Linsey’s assertion that no matter her situation with Collin, she could never be with him.

A bitter laugh echoed in Gorman’s mind as he thought about her words.

He couldn’t accept that Linsey felt nothing for him.

In his thoughts, he reassured himself that Linsey’s emotional outburst was just a reaction to unexpectedly encountering

Collin.

When Gorman looked up again, his sadness had vanished.

“Okay, Linsey,” he said, managing a forced smile. “I was too hasty before. It was wrong of me to confront you with Collin like that. I’ll give your words some thought when I’m alone.”

He inhaled deeply and, with a smile, said, “We can still be friends, can’t we? The kind where there’s no underlying agenda. You know, over the years, my support wasn’t solely rooted in my feelings for you–it was also for Zenia and Zander. They’re such endearing children, and I find myself easily swayed by them. For my own sake, I’d like to remain a part of their lives, watching them grow. Would that be alright?”

When Linsey heard him bring up Zenia and Zander, she acknowledged that the children did depend on Gorman to a certain

Considering this, Linsey gave a soft nod. “Alright.”

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She looked at him and suggested, “Perhaps we shouldn’t see each other for a bit, to give you some space to process everything. Once you feel ready, you’re welcome to visit Zenia and Zander.”

Linsey was momentarily taken aback, impressed that he still considered Dolores‘ business needs.

She nodded once more. “Thank you for that.”

Despite his turmoil, Gorman kept up a serene façade. “You’re welcome.”

Linsey sensed a discomfort watching him maintain his composure.

Realizing she might have been too stern before, she softened her tone and added, “I need some time to myself. If you’re

needed, I’ll reach out to you.”

After their exchange, Gorman recognized that he couldn’t push Linsey on any matter at this point.

Reluctantly, yet showing support as a friend, he agreed, “Alright, take the time you need.”

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