Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 37: Allison couldn't help but laugh at Colton's desperate attempt to use his grandfather as a shield.

But as your grandfather also said, integrity is key in both life and business.

As CEO of the Stevens Group, honoring your word should be a given.

Colton's face flushed, his usual sharp retorts failing him at this truth.

Kellan, who had been watching the drama unfold with lazy amusement, widened his eyes.

enough to stroke a cat's chin, and commented offhandedly: I especially dislike people who don't keep their promises.

Maybe now would be a good time for my assistant to review our contracts with the Stevens Group, just to make sure everything is in order.

The threat was unmistakable, and Colton's complexion lost color in an instant.

The new luxury stores that had opened collaborated with shopping centers owned by Kellan's company.

A scandal could seriously affect his brand, especially with investors watching closely.

Colton, you really should learn to bow gracefully in these situations, Melany advised him with quiet wisdom, trying to diffuse the tension.

Considering that Allison has the backing of Kellan, the CEO of the Lloyd Group, it might be wise to consider the future.

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Gritting his teeth, Colton reluctantly agreed.

Melany knelt, feeling as if their knees were about to break under the weight of

as they finally settled into

eyes shut and bowed his head, his voice strained, while murmuring: Sorry,

teeth, dripping with reluctance and discomfort

of mosquitoes seemed louder

gaze remained coldly distant

must be hearing things, or perhaps the illustrious CEO of the Stevens Group has

your apologies are barely a

dripping with

dare pressure

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began, his voice thick with fury,

with a cat nearby, looked at Colton with

and intense as

met that gaze and felt an icy chill

Colton blurted out suddenly, his face red as if he had been

teeth nearly broke in the effort to control her

with tears, bowed her head deeply in apology, wishing she could tear Allison

they bowed three heartfelt

carving tools and

done, you can leave,

stood up, struggling to keep

composure.

pampered all her life, she had never faced