Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 248: Whats that supposed to mean? Colton bristled at the mention of the word heir.

It struck a nerve, like poking a hornets nest.

His temper flared, but when it came to Allison, he always felt powerless.

She knew exactly how to push his buttons, and in front of this crowd, he was stuck between biting his tongue or trading snide remarks.

Allison, of course, didnt miss a beat.

Mr.

Stevens, I hear you have two very capable younger brothers.

So, who knows? Maybe the next head of the Stevens family isnt set in stone yet.

But when the day comes, Ill send my congratulations.

The barb hit its mark, and Colton stiffened.

Congratulations from her? He didnt need them, nor did he want them.

Only the urge to wipe that calm expression off her face gnawed at him.

Melany, always quick to fan the flames, piped up, Allison, thats harsh! You were once married to Colton, after all.

Isnt it a bit cruel to say things like this just to hurt him? Her words dripped with false concern, but deep down, she hoped the rift between them would grow.

Lately, Colton had been distant, distracted by thoughts of Allison, and it gnawed at her, stirring up insecurity.

And, Allison, did you show up today just to throw him off his game? After all, you spent years playing the housewife and dealing with health issues.

mentioned how

you compete now? Shed done her homework, digging into Allisons past with the Stevens

the gossip was easy enough to find stories of how Allison had followed Colton like a shadow during their

out: the day

disdain

it had left her with

Coltons face, his

words stirred something

this is about getting back at

the casual stuff you might have

that the incident at the rink

been misdirected, and

about apologizing briefly but his pride had

how he treated her; Allison always

now, she seemed…

detachment was unnerving, even

out a scoff, unable

life or death for her? Get over yourself! The story of the rink incident was something Colton had exaggerated

however, assumed it was just another one of his

was as sharp as

someone with two left feet would think a

mouth! For a moment, he had believed that

had thought that Allison had somehow manipulated

the same cloth sharp, brazen, and infuriating! Colton, let me make this clear, Allison said, her voice

Im done with you.

the last thing on

already disappointed me