Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 289: A week later, at the charity gala.

The event still has some time before it starts, Kellan said, watching as Allison stood, arms crossed, lost in thought.

She gazed out at the churning, dark sea, her eyes distant.

The night air was sharp, and the wind whipped around them, reddening the tip of her nose.

He stepped forward, offering her his suit jacket.

His voice was steady and magnetic.

Ms.

Clarke, its a bit chilly out here.

If you dont mind, Id be happy for you to wear my jacket.

Allisons surprise flickered across her face at his unexpected presence.

She paused for a heartbeat, then accepted the jacket without hesitation, draping it over her shoulders.

Thank you, Mr.

Lloyd, she said, the sea breeze growing colder.

She tucked a few loose strands of hair behind her ear and smiled, her eyes lighting up.

How did you know I was out here? Truth be told, the past few days had been a rollercoaster for her.

After taking that photo of the necklace from Kellan, shed asked Gordon to investigate it further, but their search had hit a wall.

The trail had gone cold.

remaining hope lay with Kellans grandmother, Kinslee, who was

offered her a

around and happened to spot you

accepted the tequila

why not enjoy the fresh air instead of being cooped up inside? Compared to the bustling social scene indoors, the crisp air outside felt

Kellan nodded.

Sounds good to me.

resonated like a stone dropped into

Allison, not bothering

of effort into their

earlier,

had opted for a more understated

worn the lavish gown

had chosen a simple

wasnt a designer piece, the unique cut

her figure, highlighting her

curled long hair cascading down, she resembled a carefully crafted glass of

Ms.

stunning in

gaze lingered on her, admiring the way the waistline fit perfectly and how the lace design on the back

it was

discerning eye never missed a

why she hadnt worn the gown he had gifted, he

attention was the craftsmanship of her

the quality suggested a skilled tailor, and that

Allison replied, pleasantly surprised by his

she had designed the

received the gown you sent a few days ago, she continued, her voice softening with a hint of regret, but unfortunately, a severe rainstorm hit the

I opened it, the dress was

to find something else