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.

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

the elder here,

done, its on you to show restraint, especially

like that only shames

apologize? She let out a well-timed sigh,

lets remember you

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

smarting from the

to him? he protested,

Novas eyes flashed dangerously.

older brother, she

people planted in the villa,

were meant for his ears,

all, Brook valued

taken a beating, Novas goal

just as expected, Kellans face darkened with

before anyone could react, the

cup and, with deliberate ease, hurled its contents

the floor

Allison feigned surprise, playing the role of innocence with

grip isnt what it used to

need to maintain appearances in front of so

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

Nova and Hoyt were entangled in the

from the security footage from the port, all

a single trace

not a