Chapter 11 I''m Happily Married


    Linsey''s heart pounded with frustration, her day marred by the ill fortune of a car ident just as she was on her way to


    a crucial job interview.


    Yet, there was no time to dwell on her dismay. She swiftly unbuckled her seatbelt and stepped out of the car.


    Her expression set in grim lines, she moved to inspect the rear of her car, only to discover a substantial dent marring the bumper-her car was significantly damaged.


    From the luxury car behind, a young man emerged rapidly, his features twisted in regret. He approached her and said earnestly, "I''m terribly sorry, ma''am. It waspletely unintentional. Please, let me cover the damages."


    With deft movements, he extracted a checkbook and penned his name across a check. "I''m Dustin Wade," he continued, extending the check towards her. "Feel free to fill in the amount needed for the repairs, or even a recement if necessary. Should you encounter any problems, don''t hesitate to reach out."


    As Linsey''s eyes lingered sorrowfully on her battered car, a wave of nostalgia washed over her. The car, though just a mass of metal and wires, had been her steadfastpanion through countless journeys.


    Dustin offered her the signed check along with his business card, inquiring with polite curiosity, "May I have your name?"


    "Linsey Riley," she responded in a subdued tone.


    At her words, a flicker of recognition sparked in Dustin''s eyes. Swiftly, he slid off


    his sunsses, his gaze sharpening as he studied her face more closely.


    Indeed, this was the same Linsey he had learned about from Collin''s investigation; her image was unmistakable from the


    files he had seen.


    How ironic it was that he had stumbled upon Collin''s newly married wife just that day!


    Dustin''s gaze remained fixed on Linsey, making her shift uneasily. She edged back a few steps and asked with a hint of suspicion, "Why are you staring at me like that?"


    Excitement flickered within Dustin as he muttered to himself, "How could I not be curious about the woman who made


    Collin lose a billion dors?"


    He shed her a mischievous smile and let his intense gaze rx. In a burst of spontaneity, he offered, “Since your car has suffered some damage, why not join me in mine? Where might you be headed? I''d be happy to drive you."


    Linsey narrowed her eyes, carefully examining the carefree smirk on his face. She sensed he was plotting something.


    Her stunning features often attracted those with ulterior motives, and she had learned to navigate these situations with caution. She wasn''t about to be duped so easily, not with an important interview looming and no time for distractions.


    "I appreciate the offer, but my car will manage. It''s still in working condition," Linsey dered, turning to walk away.


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    Dustin stood there, taken aback by her brisk rejection, momentarily questioning his own charm.


    He hurriedly moved to intercept her, saying, "Hold on, please wait a moment. You still haven''t picked up the check and my


    card. Don''t forget to reach outter.”


    While speaking, he attempted to hand the items over to Linsey.


    Linsey skillfully sidestepped his advance, her voice cold and firm. "I''d suggest you refrain from any unseemly thoughts. I''m happily married, and my husband and I are deeply in love."


    Her gaze cut through the space between them as she dismissed the check with a flick of her wrist. "Your money doesn''t grant you any special privileges here. Leave now, or I will call the police."


    Dustin reeled from her sharp rebuke, his surprise rendering him motionless, no longer obstructing her path.


    With a measured breath, Linsey slid into her car, her movements swift and precise.


    She knew too well the importance of maintaining a facade of indifference— showing any less could make her vulnerable.


    Dustin watched her drive away, his earlier shock morphing into amusement. He sauntered back to his car, a grin unfurling


    on his face.


    As he started the engine, he turned to the passenger in the back, his tone yful. "Well, Collin, fancy that we just ran into


    your wife on our way to the office. Did you hear her?"