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.

an eternity, Lindys rage simmered

it… My illness doesnt

the company that

get your dowry? We need to reinvest

Lindys exhaustion was palpable.

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

had poured so much money into supporting her family that her husband had gone as far as freezing her credit cards, forcing her to sell off her jewelry

Ive gained enough experience as general manager, theyll

and wont know how to

just eager

they specifically told me not

health, after all, is

better for you to focus on mentoring me than worrying

Lindy felt

position wasnt easy to get and

disbelief, Lindy sputtered, General manager? Melany, you cant

well-being, Lindy, Melany replied, her

however, saw right

as general manager

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

Allisons sense, they wouldnt be having this conversation! Dont even think about it! Lindy

Stevens family, your dowry belongs

nonsenseforget it! Its far too ridiculous a thought to even entertain! Melany remained

blinked, quickly forcing tears to her eyes before turning

had already suspected his mothers motives, but even he

asked, Mom, what are you trying to say? You know

doesnt mean you can ignore

refuse to let this happen! Colton, please, dont argue with your mother, Melany interjected, her voice trembling as she dabbed

thinking of

Youre still young.

you from unnecessary pain… Colton, his

is under my control now, he said through gritted

Melany the general manager, and theres

could spew another