Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 272: Novas hand struck Hoyts cheek with a sharp slap.

Without hesitation, she seized his hand, her brows knitting together tightly.

Your father is already drowning in work every single day.

Do you really want to add unnecessary headaches to his load? Her tone shifted swiftly, as sharp as her instincts.

Over the years, she had studied Kellan enough to know he rarely missed a step in his actions.

If he had Jim summon Brook, he must have already put measures in place, perhaps even pieced together part of the puzzle regarding the kidnapping.

There was no way he would ask that question unless he had some cards up his sleeve.

With that thought swirling in her mind, her gaze narrowed on Kellan, calculating.

We came today unannounced, I admit, and yes, we didnt bring any gifts for Mr.

Pierce and Ms.

Clarke.

But well make it up next time, without fail.

Nova swallowed her anger, forcing a smile that didnt quite reach her eyes.

I was just… upset a moment ago because of how you two brothers were carrying on.

If Brook saw you two at each others throats, it would break his heart.

phrase take a step back, though in truth, she was

the elder here,

on you to show

him like that only shames

this why dont you both apologize? She let out a

remember you two are still

spoke dripped with forced concern, but her real

still smarting from the slap,

why should I apologize to him?

Novas eyes flashed dangerously.

older

planted in

for his ears, not

Brook valued appearances

beating, Novas goal

as expected, Kellans face darkened with every mention of their

could react, the unexpected

her coffee cup and,

cup shattered on the

of the wicked woman, Allison feigned surprise, playing the

like my grip isnt what it used to

the need to maintain appearances in front of so many witnesses, she

gathered with Kellan, but it was clear now that

that Nova and Hoyt were entangled in

from the port, all other evidence had been

was not a

was not a kind-hearted