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.

like an eternity, Lindys rage simmered down,

My

the company

need

Lindys exhaustion was palpable.

only had her illness dragged on unexpectedly, but her useless brother only ever reached out

supporting her family that her husband had gone as far as freezing her credit cards, forcing her to

once Ive gained enough experience as general

theyre worried I might squander it and wont know how to

was just eager to get her hands

she added, her tone saccharine, they specifically told me

health, after all,

on mentoring

a moment, Lindy felt as

easy to get and it certainly wasnt for someone

General manager? Melany, you cant be

Lindy, Melany replied, her voice

however, saw right through Melanys innocent

as general manager can

and do nothing! Melanys so-called considerate remarks

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

belongs here, not with your parents! I dont

Its far too ridiculous a thought to even entertain! Melany

eyes before turning to Colton, her

mothers motives, but even he hadnt expected

asked, Mom, what are you trying to say? You know exactly what I mean! Lindy

doesnt mean you can ignore

this happen! Colton, please, dont argue with your mother,

thinking

Youre still young.

from unnecessary pain… Colton,

under my control now, he said

general manager, and theres nothing you can do

back, but before she could spew another insult, Colton hung up