Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 196: Kellan casually remarked, If it werent for my close bond with Allison, I doubt Id have had the pleasure of meeting you today.

It was rare that he referred to her by her first name.

Floyds expression remained serene, his eyes curving into a smile as he glanced at Allison.

Mr.

Lloyd, theres no need for such formality.

Allisons friends are naturally my friends.

We share a solid rapport, so youre not an outsider here.

Kellans tone deepened as he replied, Oh, I dont feel like an outsider at all, especially since Allison is a friend of mine too.

Sherman, sensing the rising tension beneath their polite exchange, quietly stepped back.

The air in the room felt heavy, thick with unspoken competition.

Kellans mood seemed darker than expected when the doctor arrived.

It was clear that his mood was far from cheerful.

What a sweet little girl, Floyd cooed, crouching down to Lornas level.

Lorna instinctively recoiled, gripping Kellans pants for protection.

Floyd didnt flinch at her response, maintaining his warm smile.

Mr.

Lloyd, relax.

Ill do everything I can for Lorna.

Its the least I can do after all the care youve given to Allison recently.

His words were laced with Allisons name.

the way, Ive reviewed

as grim as I initially

down, shes

threw a playful wink at

Allison? She

the point, or Ill give you

head slightly, his gaze growing

two are pretty

things up, but instead of losing his temper,

you know what? Allison keeps her distance with most, but when shes asleep, shes

cuter

sleep made Floyds smile falter,

Mr.

is no stopping your mouth, is there? Allison

you two want to bond,

me

if they had collectively lost their grip on reality by making her the

emotions, she furrowed her brow and

people closer, but you cant just make

and introduce yourselves properly? Kellan and Floyd exchanged subtle, unreadable looks, heavy

his hand with a smile

to meet you,

Lloyd.

deep, tinged

it carried the weight of a silent duel,

unconsciously pulled their hands into their sleeves, hiding the growing bruises

quick to shift focus, waved a stack of papers in

another look

I can join

off maybe recharge

slid toward Allison, lingering on her thick, wavy hair, and a faint smirk tugged at his

you usually hate having loose

today? Couldnt find one that suits your style? He paused for a moment, his

at an auction recently, had

hair

she could respond, Floyds grin