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.

apartment with Floyd in Leswington, he was always a

with his gentle smile, he

is

need to feel out of place, she continued

Mr.

just

hesitated but finally

I see.

the invitation a few days

was only when he heard that Allison would be here as Kellans

it was just because he

through his thoughts, indifferent yet laced

this place better than I

So, Dr.

tour, Id

was polite, but the pressure radiating from

sensing that showing him around might involve something far

broke into a

Allison, since Mr.

dont we all take a look around later? He gave her an exaggerated,

been devastated lately by someone who keeps standing

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

Almost.

knew Allison would have plenty of admirers, but he

had to seize

raised a brow,

truly heartbroken,

acquainted then? Allison

unexpectedly, Kellan cleared his throat, his hand moving to his

concern flashing briefly in her

Mr.

still not healed? Did you reopen it? The memory of