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.

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

the elder here,

its on you to show restraint, especially in front

him like that only

She let out a well-timed sigh, retreating

on, lets remember you

spoke dripped with forced concern, but her real aim was

from the slap,

to him? he

Novas eyes flashed dangerously.

hes your older brother, she

planted

for his ears,

valued appearances above

Hoyt had taken a beating, Novas goal

Kellans face darkened with every

could react,

her coffee cup and, with deliberate ease, hurled

the floor

the wicked woman, Allison feigned surprise, playing

like my grip isnt what it

Had it not been for the need to maintain appearances in front of so many witnesses, she would have chosen something far more damagingboiling oil, perhapsto mar both mother and

share the clues shed gathered with Kellan, but it was clear now that Kellan had already followed the

out that Nova and Hoyt were entangled in

security footage from the port, all other evidence had been

was not a

was not