Chapter 87 Chapter 87 My Wife Can ProtectToo! Fernanda had barely grasped the unfolding events when Huntley, gripping his arm, screamed in pain. "Mom! My arm hurts so much! Is it broken? Am I going to be crippled? Help me!" The question echoed in the guests' mind. "Could it be true? Did Huntley really break his arm?" "This is just too much." Nearly drowned out by the surrounding murmurs, Fernanda called out urgently, "Doctor! Someone call a doctor!" The birthday banquet devolved into complete chaos. Guests collided in their haste, adding to the frantic atmosphere.
Amidst the turmoil, Collin took Linsey's hand gently, urging her to lean in. He whispered, "Let's go." Linsey paused, her surprise evident. Were they actually leaving now? The celebration had just begun. Observing her hesitation, Collin chuckled. "Clearly, neither Huntley nor Fernanda wants us here. They were just curious about you. Now that they've seen you, there's no reason for us to stay." He smirked playfully. "Unless you're dying to chat with them? But I doubt they have tfor us right now." Fernanda preoccupied with Huntley's distress, Linsey nodded. "Okay, let's go." They quietly exited the chaotic scene.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtOnce they were in their car, the evening's events replayed in Linsey's mind. She remembered how Collin had shielded her, sending a shiver down her spine.
"That was really dangerous," she remarked, her concern clear. "You didn't have to risk yourself for me." Despite Huntley's rude actions, Linsey didn't want Collin to get into trouble because of her.
Fernanda was fiercely protective of her son. She was yet to make a move because she was distracted by Huntley's injury.
Yet, Linsey knew that Fernanda would likely plot sform of retaliation.
Linsey thought Huntley was exaggerating. She had seen everything-Collin had been forceful, sure, but not enough to break any bones.
Yet there was Huntley, screaming about being crippled, feigning agony while still hurling insults at Collin. It was exasperating.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmNoticing Linsey's concerned expression, Collin chuckled. "If I can't protect my wife, what kind of man am I?" He raised an eyebrow, his smile teasing. "Besides, didn't you jump in to defendearlier without thinking twice about the danger?" 0.0% 15:58 Chapter 87 My Wife Can ProtectToo! Linsey paused, meeting Collin's meaningful gaze.
Collin's laughter was gentle. "Who would've thought? My wife can m protecttoo! I definitely underestimated you. You're braver than I realized."
Caught off guard and a bit flustered, Linsey found herself unable to meet vel his eyes. "I wasn't really thinking..." she admitted softly. "I knew about your family's reputation, but witnessing their behavior firsthand tonight-I just couldn't hold back."
Taking a deep breath, she added under her breath, "I knew we m could've gotten away with it, I would've slapped Huntley twice while I had the chance!" Recommended for you