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.

Floyd in Leswington, he was always a

smile, he kept others at

is a charity

to feel out of place, she

Mr.

I were just

hesitated but

I see.

sent the invitation a few days

that Allison would be here as Kellans companion that he made up

was just because he wasnt

voice cut through his thoughts, indifferent yet

knows this place

So, Dr.

a tour, Id be

was polite, but

him around might involve something

into a laugh, easing

Allison, since Mr.

is being so generous, why dont we all take a look around

devastated lately by someone who

have a drink with me and cheer me up? With his youthful face and mock-hurt

Almost.

knew Allison would have plenty of admirers, but

to seize

a brow,

heartbroken, you wouldnt be

better acquainted then? Allison kept

then, unexpectedly, Kellan cleared his throat, his hand

shifted, concern flashing briefly in

Mr.

is your gunshot wound still not healed? Did you reopen it? The memory of the kidnapping incident resurfaced, sending a shiver down her