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.

Leswington, he was always a solitary figure,

smile, he kept others at

this is a charity

feel out of

Mr.

just invited as

hesitated but finally

I see.

the invitation a few days ago, Floyd hadnt

heard that Allison would be here as

it was just because he

cut through his thoughts, indifferent yet laced with underlying

place better

So, Dr.

youd like a tour, Id be happy

was polite, but the

him around might

a

Allison, since Mr.

we all take a

lately by someone who keeps

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

Almost.

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

had to seize

a brow,

were truly heartbroken, you wouldnt be

then? Allison kept

throat, his hand moving

flashing

Mr.

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