Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 295: And even if she were seeing a dozen other guys at once, it wouldnt change a thing about how I feel.

Heck, being the third wheel doesnt bother me in the slightest.

No one could have predicted that Gordon would go so far.

If it had been a joke, perhaps it could have been brushed off, but the sincerity in his eyes made it clear he was dead serious.

Allison pinched the bridge of her nose, stifling a sigh of frustration.

She really shouldve expected this rebellious streak from someone his age.

At least this conversation was private; if the charity dinner guests overheard this kind of talk, well, that could ignite a scandal all on its own.

Instead of wasting breath on nonsense, why dont we head to the dinner? Her smile barely concealed a subtle edge, like a blade hidden in silk.

Unless, of course, youd prefer to accidentally stumble into this cold water.

Gordon obediently nodded.

Relax, I was only joking.

And I promise not to go tumbling into the water and create a scene.

He followed Allison as they made their way to the event, though the prospect of mingling at a gala didnt excite him.

Kellan couldnt shake the feeling that Gordon was more than he seemed.

He looked like the key that could unlock several of Allisons buried secrets.

Just as they neared the banquet hall, a man came striding toward them, a broad smile lighting up his face.

you, and how come… Now out of his usual

chandeliers soft glow, casting an almost angelic warmth on

when his gaze flickered to Kellan and then settled on Gordon, a

calm and smooth, his

smile grew

Ah, of course.

one for the chaos of

out for a breath

elsewhere wondering how yet another contender had found his way to Allisons

You

her then that the two men at her side were strangers to each

the role of mediator, she introduced them

way, this is

didnt directly

all, in Cobweb, most operated under aliases, and she

however, seemed unfazed and tilted his head with an almost

Nice to meet you.

Im Gordon Herbert.

Recently returned from abroad.

casual, carried an

just returned was

Gordon had chosen to reveal his

years engrossed in research in Leswington and Vrining, wasnt familiar with this younger mans background, though he could tell

the

cool indifference, though his words cut

holds quite the sway your fathers the mayor,

unspoken implications hung in the air Gordon had the clout to move mountains, being the only heir

been raised… Overseas, even the most persistent tabloids had