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 fragile

into Allisons past with the Stevens family, though she was unaware of Allisons

stories of how Allison had followed Colton like a shadow during their

out: the day

with such casual disdain that she

had left her

clouded Coltons face, his

stirred

started, his voice softer than usual, If this is

isnt like the casual stuff

incident at the rink had

had been misdirected, and

but his pride had gotten

matter how he treated her; Allison always came back,

now, she seemed…

detachment was unnerving, even

nearby, let out a scoff, unable to hold back

this competition is life or death for her? Get over yourself! The story of

was just another one of

was as sharp

would think a little competition is dangerous! Coltons face flushed

a moment, he had believed that Rebecca was

Allison had somehow

from the same cloth sharp, brazen,

Im done with you.

last thing

already disappointed