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.

their knees were about to break under the weight of his

as they

his eyes shut and bowed his head,

reluctance and discomfort as if each syllable were a

buzz of mosquitoes seemed

remained coldly distant as she looked

the illustrious

apologies are barely a

scoffed, her tone dripping with disdain as she

you dare pressure

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.

Colton began, his voice thick with fury, but was

looked at Colton with

dark and intense as a

met that gaze and felt an icy chill run through

we were wrong! Colton blurted out suddenly, his face red as if

broke in the effort to control her

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

bowed three heartfelt bows, Allison

relaxed in his chair, methodically arranging his carving tools and

can leave,

stood up, struggling

composure.

she had never faced such