Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 242: Colton and Melany stood frozen, their eyes wide with shock.

Keanu had never mentioned the jade before.

This is mine to give, the old man scoffed coldly, his voice sharp and unwavering.

You think you can tell me what to do with my own possessions? Youve bled me dry and nearly brought the Stevens Group to ruin.

I dont care how you scrape by from now on, but Ill repay Allison.

He opened the box and held the delicate piece of jade for everyone to see, his gaze sweeping across the room.

She saved my life, yet you all slandered her like shes nothing.

Clearly, in your eyes, my life doesnt hold much value.

After the fiasco of todays birthday celebration, it became painfully clear to Keanu that his so-called family were nothing more than a pack of ungrateful leeches.

Taking a deep breath, he steadied his trembling hands and turned back to Allison.

So, Ill give it to you, Allison.

Youve shown more honor than any of them.

My only regret is being disappointed in every one of you! His words landed like heavy blows, and despite the anxious glances exchanged across the room, no one dared to speak.

They knew better than to challenge Keanus decisions.

Once he set his mind on something, there was no turning back.

Allison furrowed her brow, her voice soft but firm.

Keanu, this is too precious.

I cant possibly accept it.

Having grown up in an orphanage, she had rarely experienced such gestures of familial warmth.

Keanus generosity, paired with the significance of the jade, touched her deeply.

Though she didnt lack material wealth, the thought that someone valued her enough to offer her such a treasured keepsake was overwhelming.

But Keanu merely placed the box firmly in her hands.

Take it.

capable of, and to me, youre worth far

you, for everything youve done

faint smile tugged at

who you choose in the future, youll always

long understood the harshness of

would face judgment

of giving her leveragea declaration to everyone that as long

further, Keanu

you still standing there? See

Lloyd out.

them! His tone held an edge, more a command

The butler nodded immediately.

Yes, sir.

the butler led her and

Ms.

Clarke, Mr.

its best if you

events have become chaotic, and

for you

was clear that tonight would be a torturous night for the Stevens

and Kellan walked side by side in silence,

of night-blooming flowers swirling

broke

Ms.

Clarke, dont be troubled.

holds influence within the

making a statement: he wont let something so precious fall

her gaze distant as

feel like Im letting

Colton, Keanu was so

hoped for a great-grandchild, someone to

their paths had diverged

severed, and the Ruby Jade seemed like too heavy a gift to

softened as he looked at

Keanu doesnt see

looking out for you, not the other

strand of Allisons hair fluttered loose

out and