Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 227: Allisons tone was sharp, cutting through the tension like a knife.

But it was the truth.

Mr.

Lloyd, if you think simply taking care of Lorna for the rest of her life is enough, then why even bother treating her autism? Wouldnt it be simpler to let her remain a lifeless doll? No one wanted to see their loved ones suffer, and that much was clear.

Allison held his gaze, her voice steady and unwavering.

Maybe, deep down, you want Lorna to live a normal life too.

To talk to others her age, to overcome her trauma instead of retreating into her own world.

Her words were brutally honestothers might have hesitated to speak so plainly to him, but Allison wasnt afraid to pry open a part of Kellans heart he had long kept hidden.

Yes, I want her to get better, he murmured, his voice tight with emotion.

But I dont want her to be put in harms way.

Allisons response was swift, unflinching.

Can you guarantee shell never face danger for the rest of her life, Mr.

Lloyd? Kellan knew he couldnt.

Hed be lying to himself if he thought otherwise.

Especially after he was gone, Lorna would be left alone, more vulnerable than ever.

Allisons eyes remained steady, her gaze unblinking.

A lifetime is too long.

never trusted promises made by

protect her forever, but what happens when you cant? When shes left to fend for herself,

but her voice

Id rather become strong enough to protect myself,

to survive on your

had never believed in empty promises of

principle of securing her position with her

darkened, a shadow of something unresolved crossing his

knew she was right, but he had never been ready

path was a necessary part

faintly as she continued,

spirit who prefers the untamed wilds

Lorna, who was gently dozing

what you decide, there will always

since youre her family, the choice is

Thank you, Ms.

Clarke.

understanding the weight of her

plan was perfect, and no amount of protection

had always been

consider it seriously, but

Shes still too young.

lips curved into

Youre right.

Theres no rush.

You have time.

spoke, Kellan couldnt help but wonder what Allison had been through to be able to speak such seemingly cruel, yet profoundly

he was deep in thought,

picked it up,

shifted to one