Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 284: Mr.

Lloyd, your good friend Ferdinand certainly knows how to make things happen.

Who else could organize a charity dinner with such finesse? Allison asked subtly, her curiosity simmering beneath the surface.

Hes not exactly your typical advertiser, is he? Theres a political air about him.

In Ontdale, anyone capable of orchestrating a charity dinner and auction on their own must be well-connected with those in power.

Allison had long suspected there was more to Ferdinand than met the eye.

Shed done her homework and knew that he ran the largest advertising firm in the world, though he operated in the shadows for others as well.

The thought of Ferdinands hidden connections whisked her back to the Burned Islands incident, when Ferdinand had swooped in with his crew to tidy up the mess.

His close ties to Kellan didnt escape her notice either.

As she smiled, Allison was secretly gauging Kellans reaction, eager to unravel his secrets.

For the first time, she found herself facing a rival who seemed to be her equal in so many ways.

They shared challenges and triumphs in their disabilities and in the world of short-track speed skating, forging a connection that felt both harmonious and adversarial.

The Blakely family is loaded and influential.

Its no surprise they have such connections, Kellan remarked nonchalantly.

But Ms.

Clarke, you seem rather well-versed in these affairs.

Ive just picked up a thing or two, Allison replied lightly.

Is that so? Kellans lips curled into a slight smile, intrigue flickering in his eyes.

He watched her closely, recognizing the subtlety behind her probing.

of them was ready to spill

danced around their secrets with careful

her hand, Allison tilted her head

done so much

surely you have something lovely to reward me with? Though

female companionship? As the heir to the Lloyd fortune, even if women in Ontdale were put off by his unpredictable nature, they

a reputation for attending dinners alone long before

his aloofness toward women have gained traction? He didnt

yet she kept her thoughts to herself, preferring this playful banter to a passionate

Ms.

time, Kellan said, glancing at the delicate porcelain cup in her hand, its translucence highlighting her pink

his gaze

you can bid on anything your heart desires, and Ill gladly foot

Mr.

worry about going broke with such a grand promise? she

Lloyd family has wealth to spare; I dare you to test it, Kellan replied, a playful smirk

but smile, recognizing the

are indeed generous

I graciously accept your offer, she

list in his hand, carefully selecting

she had hit the nail on the head; Ferdinand wasnt the

pulling strings behind

on his sleeve,

he had always wanted to

stroke of genius; allowing her to choose something for

to Kellans

must be quite the charmer among the young women, with suitors lined up

ward door lingered in her

had been groomed as the heir of

well-being and more about

was clear, and Kellan caught her

was on the hunt for information for her