Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 296: Allison, am I interrupting you? Floyds gaze was downcast, his expression masked by the glint of his gold-rimmed glasses.

Its just… its my first time at a dinner like this, so Id feel more comfortable staying close to you.

His voice carried a hint of unease.

Gordon saw right through the act and arched a brow.

Dr.

Pierce, youre a top-tier physician.

If you claim youve never been to a banquet before, no ones going to buy it.

He smirked, his tone pointed.

No one could match Floyds ability to play his cards so close to the chest.

Kellan, ever calm, added, Indeed.

Dr.

Pierce only skips events that arent worth his time.

Its not like hes short on invitations.

Floyd pressed his lips together, momentarily at a loss for words.

Allison, however, stepped in.

Hes more focused on his research and isnt big on socializing.

Its not surprising he hasnt been to many dinners.

That, at least, was true.

an apartment with Floyd in Leswington, he was always a solitary

he kept

this is a

to feel out of place, she

Mr.

were just

but

I see.

truth, when Ferdinand had sent the invitation a few days ago, Floyd hadnt even

Allison would be here as

he wasnt ready

his thoughts, indifferent yet laced with

one knows this place better than

So, Dr.

tour, Id be happy to

lips was polite, but the pressure radiating from him was

that showing him around

a laugh,

Allison, since Mr.

take a look around later?

someone

me and cheer me up? With his youthful face and mock-hurt expression, he looked almost too pitiful

Almost.

always knew Allison would have plenty of admirers, but he hadnt expected two to show up

had to

raised a brow,

truly heartbroken, you wouldnt

of you get better acquainted then? Allison kept her distance, her gaze cool

Kellan cleared his throat, his hand moving to

concern flashing briefly in her

Mr.

healed? Did you reopen it? The memory of the