Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 65:Mr.

Blakely, we haven't already made our apologies.

Why do we have to.

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Colton began, in a tone that bordered on desperation, but Ferdinand silenced him by raising his hand.

The matter of the competition has already been dealt with, Ferdinand said with an almost disturbing coldness.

Apologizing is just words, but disqualification is another story.

There is no room for moral errors in my company.

His words were as sharp as a well-honed blade, but delivered with the grace of a seasoned diplomat.

Still, Colton felt a chill run down his spine.

He had never imagined that this smooth, impeccably dressed man was capable of such ruthless precision.

Ferdinand was not just twisting the knife, he was burying it deep.

Mr.

Blakely, I think there's been a misunderstanding.

He can't just—” Colton's attempt at reasoning was quickly interrupted, as Ferdinand dismissed him with a barely blinking look.

Without saying anything else, Ferdinand motioned to the security team.

Two burly guards materialized in front of Colton as if they had been waiting for this moment all along.

No one other than staff is allowed to loiter in the room, one intoned.

of them, in a gravelly voice.

Before Colton or Melany could react, they were unceremoniously escorted to the door, their pride in tatters.

The indignity of it all was like a slap in the face that they would soon forget.

When they were out of sight, Ferdinand's lips formed a small, knowing smile.

He did not expect the Scarlet Serpent's reputation for cunning and beauty to be so true.

Even his partner is extraordinary.

Rebecca rolled her eyes and crossed her arms.

Remarkable.

I almost pounced

He laughed softly.

Green, I meant

tongue,

be so down-to-earth,

don't we take a break, Ferdinand suggested, pointing to the elevator that led to the

the air like an

entourage of guards - ascended to the penthouse, an island of luxury situated high above

into the depths of a

at Kellan, who sat

chance to thank

began, his

injustice," Kellan responded, his

a moment longer than necessary,

you

have thought that you were a legend in the world

in his words,

equally intrigued by him, felt the attraction of

the

and ears around her, she couldn't delve into the mysteries of the Charisma Company or ask for the clues that led her

broke into her

wonder if you've thought again about the proposal

out that I was looking for a talented teacher, seemed quite

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won't talk to

niece, lost in her own world due to her autism, had found solace

get her out of there, even just

in the air: his interest

the effects of the poison that she had used

trusted doctor could identify the source,

smile widened, sensing the subtle but undeniable chemistry that

raised an eyebrow

"Then, Mr.

you have

Of course, he replied

We visited the kitchen.

exchanged amused glances before slipping away, leaving

Allison a playful wink, as

help but suppress a laugh, internally recognizing that the same flirtatious energy

your niece's pottery classes than in how you got there to learn an art

Lloyd.

was not offended by the

genuine expression crossing his