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.

is scared after

send both these lovely ladies straight to

cut

Ill do it.

flicker of doubt, Kellan bent down, picked up the

Blood welled up instantly.

bead of sweat slid down his brow, but

raced through memories long buriedmemories of his younger

knew one thing: he wouldnt let Allison get

was a minor inconvenience if it meant keeping

Allisons voice trembled slightly, her eyes

his hair slick with sweat, yet his gaze

seemed to say,

resolve, Colton was

Melanys tear-filled eyes clung

his teeth, and in one swift motion, plunged

as pain

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

sobs echoed around the

heavy with the weight

eyes briefly,

volatile and unpredictable, was also sharp once

shielding himself from any unforeseen danger,

for the

needed a different angle, something more

had to get Devin to lower his

him, their

her head, sighing deeply,

I know I was

have done what I

We grew up together.

once? Her face shifted into one of genuine

so hot… Im

let

whatever you want, right here, in front

I swear.

spread across Devins face, his expression lighting up with

he sneered, savoring