Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 243: Kellans voice, low and smooth like velvet, carried an undercurrent of something alluring as his eyes lingered on Allison.

Though his face remained as calm as still water, his hand unconsciously clenched.

Allison responded with a wry grin.

Oh, I believe you.

After all, Mr.

Lloyd, youve pointed out before just how… valuable I could be to your grandmother and Lorna.

Beyond the surface, Allison had become so tightly woven into the fabric of Charisma Company that any scandal involving her would ripple across its value.

Her seemingly offhand comment served as a reminderto herself more than to himthat she needed to remain on her guard around this enigmatic and dangerously unpredictable man.

Their connection, after all, was merely a practical alliance.

Yet, despite knowing this, she couldnt completely ignore the strange way her pulse quickened whenever he spoke.

This was foreign to her.

People like them, well-versed in calculated detachment, didnt get tangled up in emotions after something as fleeting as a one-night affair.

So, after a short pause, she quickly added, That said, I should thank you, Mr.

Lloyd, for showing up today just in the nick of time.

It was nothing, Kellan replied, his eyes dark as if he were suppressing thoughts that didnt belong in the open air.

The evening breeze, soft and cooling, brushed their faces, while the dim streetlights cast their shadows long and thin.

For a brief moment, the shadows stretched and intertwined, as though mimicking the closeness of lovers.

Kellans gaze drifted from those intertwined shadows.

were meant to reinforce

upward, he remarked casually, My grandfather had only a passing connection

that my condition is no longer a secret, its only fitting

Lloyd family, were always surrounded by

never hurts

his words hinting at the complexities and power plays lurking within

see, Allison responded, her

side, a heavy silence settled between thema silence that felt almost comforting

still clutched the brocade box in her

this feeling of being cared for was something foreign,

with care and affection by an elder, was more than just a giftit was a symbol meant to empower

her gaze on the box, Kellans

and Keanu arent bound by blood, the bond you share is probably deeper than

Allison admitted, her voice softer as she took a deep breath and gazed up at the night sky,

knew I didnt belong with

satisfaction passed over Kellans

Keanu wouldnt mind that.

those he

Allison smiled in return.

though someone in your family may have ill intentions, I know your grandmother and Lorna

Kellan were

but beneath it

about freedom tugged at Kellans memory, recalling the night he had laid bare his most vulnerable secret to her in that

a silicone mannequin

pretend

that night, Allison had whispered something similar, urging him to stay

Kellans eyes became serious.

Youre right.

parking garage, the moment

unexpectedly, they both spoke

The words collided, and Kellan broke into

Ladies first, Ms.