Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 217: Devin let out a sarcastic laugh, fully aware that he couldnt get too close to the window.

Taking a step back, he used the wall for cover.

With a swift motion, he flung two knives from behind his waist, embedding them just in front of Kellan and Colton.

I get a kick out of watching you high-and-mighty types squirm! he sneered, his lips curling into a mock smile.

Arent you worried about those two women? How about you prove youre serious? Go ahead, stab yourself in the leg to show me some sincerity.

Or else… He took a deliberate step forward, pressing the knife against the rope.

Just a little more pressure and it would snap.

Melanys sharp scream cut through the tension.

She was convinced the rope was about to give way.

Colton, help me! Please! Her panicked cries only fed Devins twisted satisfaction.

Shut up! Devin barked, his tone cruel.

He then turned back to the two men, a wicked grin spreading across his face.

If you dont do what I say, youll be picking up their boiled bodies! Devins eyes flicked between Colton and Kellan, savoring their discomfort.

There was something perversely satisfying about watching these so-called golden boys crumble beneath him.

Coltons eyes darted to the knives.

Quit playing.

If its money you want, just say it! His voice cracked with genuine fear for Melanys life.

Yet, even in the grip of a life-or-death situation, Coltons gaze kept sliding toward Allison.

Unlike Melany, who had screamed in terror, Allison stood still, calm as ever.

Colton liked to believe he loved Melany, but when it came to plunging a blade into his own flesh, he hesitateda hesitation he couldnt explain.

Devin noticed the hesitation, of course.

His sneer deepened.

So, the mighty Mr.

scared

send both these lovely ladies

cut through the

Ill do it.

a flicker of doubt, Kellan bent down, picked up the knife, and drove it into his

Blood welled up instantly.

sweat slid down his brow, but his face remained

buriedmemories of his younger brother, killed by

knew one

minor inconvenience if it meant keeping

trembled slightly, her eyes

the man in the wheelchair, his hair slick with sweat, yet his

intense as ever, seemed to say, No need

resolve, Colton was momentarily stunned,

clung to his every movement, pushed Colton to

and in one swift

rasped, clutching the wound as pain shot through him like

go? His face turned pale, his body trembling, but he refused to

sobs echoed

exhaled slowly, her breath heavy with the weight of her

her eyes briefly, reflecting on

unpredictable, was also sharp

he used the wall for cover, shielding himself

plan to buy time for the

a different

had to get Devin to lower his

with men like him, their ego was often

sighing deeply, as if burdened with

know I was

done what

We grew up together.

this once? Her face shifted into one of genuine

so hot… Im

just let

want, right

I swear.

triumphant grin spread across Devins face, his expression lighting up with

he sneered, savoring