Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 197: Outside the research institute, Coltons expression was like a brewing storm.

She sure has a lot of male acquaintances, he muttered, a bitter edge to his voice.

Even now, he couldnt quite grasp what had just happened.

His jaw clenched, teeth grinding, as he bitterly wondered how many more secrets Allison was keeping from him.

Melany, on the other hand, felt secretly content with not getting the medicine.

On the surface, however, her voice remained soft and soothing.

Its no surprise Allison can walk right into the institute.

Shes shrewd, Colton.

Shes been keeping her cards hidden for years.

But why did she latch onto you? The way she acted today she doesnt seem to like you so much.

Youre saying she used me? For what? Coltons voice was sharp, disbelief mixing with frustration.

Before Melany could respond, Coltons phone suddenly rang.

It was Lindy.

Did you get the medicine? she demanded, her voice tight with urgency.

Coltons throat tightened as he forced out the dreaded word: No.

The sound of glass shattering on the other end of the line blared into his ear, making him flinch.

What good are you to me, then? Lindy screamed.

Do you want me to suffer and die, just so you can take that whore as your mother? I always knew you were nothing but bad luck! Her words poured out like venom, each curse lashing at him.

Colton swallowed the surge of anger rising in his chest.

He knew she was in pain, and he couldnt afford to lash out at her now, not when she needed him.

rage simmered down, and

it… My

company that

dowry? We need to reinvest it… for your and Coltons

Lindys exhaustion was palpable.

on unexpectedly, but her useless brother only ever

her husband had gone as far as freezing

that once Ive gained enough

might squander it and wont know how to explain it to you,

Lindy was just eager to get her hands

her tone saccharine, they specifically told me not

after all, is

you to focus on mentoring

moment, Lindy felt

Such a position wasnt easy to get and it certainly wasnt for someone

Lindy sputtered, General manager?

about your well-being, Lindy, Melany replied, her

right

lets not forget, Melany continued, only as general manager can

Allison and do nothing! Melanys so-called considerate remarks struck a

even half of Allisons sense, they wouldnt be having this conversation! Dont even think about it! Lindy spat, her patience wearing

Stevens family, your dowry belongs here, not with

that general manager nonsenseforget it! Its far too ridiculous a thought to even entertain! Melany remained unfazed,

to her eyes before turning to

only wanted to help… Colton had already suspected his mothers motives, but even he hadnt expected her to be

tone grew cold as he asked, Mom, what are you trying to say? You know exactly what I

grown doesnt mean you

Colton, please, dont argue with your mother, Melany interjected, her voice trembling as

thinking

Youre still young.

you from unnecessary

is under my control now, he said through

manager, and theres nothing

she could spew another insult, Colton hung up