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.

about both of you take a step back? She used the phrase take a step back, though in truth, she was preparing to push Kellan into a

youre the elder

done, its on you to show restraint, especially in front of the

that

do this why dont you both apologize? She let out a well-timed

remember you two are

word she spoke dripped with forced concern, but her real aim was to unsettle

from the slap, bristled with

why should I apologize to him? he protested, voice tight with

Novas eyes flashed dangerously.

older

knew Brook had people planted in the villa, listening,

words were meant for his

valued appearances above

a beating, Novas goal was to push Kellan

face darkened

before anyone could react, the

cup

cup shattered on the floor with a

the role of the wicked woman, Allison

isnt what it

maintain appearances in front of so many witnesses, she would have chosen

shed gathered with Kellan, but it was clear

and Hoyt were

the security footage from the port, all other evidence had

was not a single

was not