Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 219: Allison and the others rushed Kellan to the hospital, the weight of urgency pressing on everyones shoulders.

After what felt like an eternity, the surgeon emerged from the operating room with reassuring news: Kellan would be fine.

Despite hearing this, Allisons heart remained heavy, her anxiety simmering just beneath the surface.

In life-or-death situations, survival instincts took over.

Allison understood how monumental it had been for Kellan to conquer his own fears and step between her and that knife.

Allison, try not to worry too much, Floyd said, attempting to ease her mind.

Mr.

Lloyds injuries have been addressed, and hell wake up soon.

Floyds voice revealed a mix of surprise and concern he hadnt expected Kellan to go to such lengths for her.

The police finished taking their statements and nodded as they prepared to leave.

Weve got a clear picture now.

The kidnapper has been dealt with by the sniper.

You all handled the situation well, one officer said, glancing at Allisons pale face.

But, given everything youve been through, Id recommend speaking with a therapist.

It might help with any lingering psychological effects.

Okay, Allison replied, her voice flat.

She felt numb inside.

still played the part

privacy, the officers excused

ordeal seemed

Kellan finally opened his eyes, the first thing he saw was

speak but found his throat too

she said softly, handing him a glass

Here, drink this.

drifted back to when she had returned from the Burned Islands, wounded and

who had cared for her, watching over her through her

Thanks, Ms.

rasped as he sat up, adjusting the

out?

Devins dead.

He was shot.

a strange satisfaction knowing that Devin had gotten what he

drifted to his legs, covered

on himself under

knew how serious his

Allison couldnt hold

Youve kept it hidden all this time, but now… You know that could

over something so…

as he explained

safety is not small to

was

keep up

thinking about when to come clean, and today just felt…