Chapter 1358:
His eyes landed on the man passed out on the floor, and they filled with disgust. “Take him away. Make sure he ends up behind bars,” he said coolly.
“Yes, Mr. Riley,” Lowell responded quickly.
The manager stepped forward, quick to act. “Mr. Gilbert, let me help you,” he said, bending down.
Together, they dragged the unconscious Edmond out of sight.
Only four people remained in the hallway now. The air was heavy, uneasy.
Just as Kylee opened her mouth to speak, her phone rang.
She pulled it out and glanced at the screen.
A flicker of panic crossed her face as she saw the caller ID.
“Go ahead and take the call,” Collin said.
He stood close enough to see the name. He already knew who it was.
Kylee nodded. “Collin, wait for me. I’ll be right back.”
She turned and walked away, lifting the phone to her ear.
Her voice, usually soft and calm, now held a sharp edge. “We agreed you’d leave me alone once you got the money. Why are you still bothering me?”
Now, only three people were left in the hallway.
Collin had no plans to stay.
He glanced at Linsey, his expression unreadable, then turned the wheelchair to leave.
“Mr. Riley, please wait.”
A gentle voice called from behind.
Collin didn’t mean to stop—but his hand moved on its own, pressing the brake.
Realizing it, he frowned. A strange irritation stirred in his chest.
Damn it. Why did he always react to this woman’s voice?
Just as he moved again, Linsey stepped in front of him, blocking his way.
She stretched out her arms, making sure he couldn’t pass.
“What are you trying to do?” His voice was low, cold, and clearly annoyed.
Linsey hesitated, then lowered her arms and spoke softly. “Mr. Riley, can I have your contact information?”
Collin’s eyes narrowed, deep and unreadable. Her words caught him off guard. His brow lifted slightly. The irritation faded into something else. With a short chuckle, he said, “Ms. Brooks, asking for my number in front of your boyfriend? Are you trying to switch sides?”
Linsey and Gorman both caught what Collin said.
Heat rushed through Gorman, filling him with frustration.
Without wasting a second, he stepped forward and put Linsey behind him. “Collin!” Gorman said, his expression sharp. “Watch what you’re saying. She’s my girl!”
“You’ve told me already. No need to say it again,” Collin responded, brushing off the warning. Gorman’s attitude clearly rubbed Collin the wrong way, and irritation flickered across his face.
“Are you clueless or just pretending? She’s the one standing in my way,” Collin continued.
