FreeGoodNovelChapter 81 Chapter 81 The Dress Is Lovely "Yep, that's right," the makeup artist replied with a nod.
Linsey blinked, her eyes dropping to the exquisitely tailored gown she was wearing. A hint of awe tinged her voice. "The measurements..." The makeup artist leaned in, her tone bright with a hint of pride. "Your husband provided them. Not only that, but he knew exactly what colors and styles you would want. From the way your face lit up earlier, it's clear you really love this dress." Still enveloped in her reverie, Linsey listened as the hairstylist chimed in, her voice laced with a touch of envy. "You're so lucky! Mr. Riley really gets what you like-it's not every day you find someone so thoughtful." Linsey was surprised by how caring Collin was.
She had only moved into Vista Villa a month prior, and her interactions with Collin had been scarce, his frequent absences leaving them precious little ttogether. Yet, despite this, he had discerned her favorite colors and styles with uncanny accuracy. His attentiveness spoke volumes.
That he had noted such details was a testament to his desire to understand her completely.
These preferences were subtly woven into her everyday life and habits; without keen observation, they would be easy to miss.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThe realization left Linsey feeling slightly bewildered, yet deeply touched.
Apart from her childhood friend Dolores, Linsey had never felt such genuine care from anyone else.
Her past relationship with Felix had started with gentle attentiveness, yet as the years wore on, he becso distant he even neglected to remember her birthday.
Lost in her reverie, Linsey was startled when Collin's rich, deep voice cut through the silence. "Do you like the dress you're wearing?" His question was straightforward yet tinged with a hint of curiosity.
Jerking back to the present, Linsey realized that Collin had slipped into the room unnoticed.
Catching her first glimpse of him today, she saw he had opted for a change in his usual attire.
He was dressed in a deep navy-blue suit that hugged his shoulders snugly, the fabric looking like it was spun from midnight itself. The suit was impeccably tailored, and his tie was knotted to perfection, giving him an aura of refined elegance. His hair, slightly tousled, lent him an effortlessly sophisticated appearance, enhancing his already striking features.
As Collin wheeled himself closer, his eyes lingered on her, a subtle glimmer of admiration flickering across his expression.
"Collin," Linsey whispered, her voice a soft murmur as she uttered his name, her heart fluttering slightly. 0.0% 15:56 Chapter 81 The Dress Is Lovely In that intimate moment, Linsey realized the hairstylist and the makeup artist had discreetly exited, leaving them in a quiet bubble of newfound closeness.
"Hmm," Collin murmured, his deep voice vibrating with a barely concealed concern. He leaned slightly closer, his gaze probing as he repeated his earlier inquiry. "How's the dress working for you? If it's not your style, I can have them bring you a different one." Linsey's gaze remained steady, her heart fluttering with intensity. As she looked at his familiar face, a heavy lump of emotion began to build in her throat.
"The dress is lovely, really," Linsey assured him, her voice a soft whisper laced
with a tremor she couldn't quite mask. She inhaled deeply, attempting to compose herself, but the effort made her vulnerability all the more evident. Collin's expression darkened with a mix of confusion and concern. "You don't seem like it," he noted, his brow furrowing as he took a subtle step closer. "Your eyes... they tell a different story."
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmIndeed, her eyes were glassy, the rims tinged with red, betraying hen inner turmoil. Linsey blinked rapidly, a En solitary tear escaping despite her best efforts to remain composed.
Collin's heart constricted at the sight, a pang of something resembling pain threading through his chest.
Linsey's eyes flickered with nervousness as he spoke, and a tear slipped gently down her cheek.
She turned her head away, her voice shaky as she feebly really. Just something in my diversion Opted am eye, that's all." She made to move away, to hide her tears, but Collin was quicker.
His hand reached out, capturing her wrist with a tender yet firm grip.
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