Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 308: Gordon stepped forward, positioning himself squarely in front of Melany.

His face radiated a haughty disdain.

My relationship with Allison has nothing to do with you, he said, his voice laced with cutting sarcasm.

During the banquet, hed done his homework.

Hed uncovered the details: in the three years since Allison had disappeared, she had been in Ontdale, married to Colton.

But what struck him most was Coltons astonishing idiocy.

He had actually dared to mistreat her.

Mr.

Stevens, Gordon continued, his tone dripping with mockery, while you were still married to Allison, you didnt mention that you were still in touch with Melany, did you? Colton stiffened, but Gordon pressed on relentlessly.

If I remember right, Miss Johnson had already moved into your home before the divorce.

And Allison, being the gracious person she is, never held it against you.

But youve got the nerve to come here and provoke her? His lips curved into a smile, but the ice-cold malice in his eyes made everyone present shudder.

Nearby, Kellan handed Allison a handkerchief, its delicate embroidery adding a touch of elegance.

A subtle, refreshing fragrance emanated from the fabric, gradually diffusing through the air.

Its revolting to be touched by a scumbag like that, Kellan said casually, not even bothering to glance at Colton.

presence, however, was enough

one dared

understand the

apart, Melany cursed inwardly, her

quickly fired

I only stayed at Coltons place because I had nowhere else to go after returning from

she said softly, her tone calculated

you, I dont have

only accepted my wedding gift but also Smack! Melanys words were abruptly cut off by the sharp

at Allison, her eyes

dare you hit me? Her voice quivered as she clutched her

raw fury simmering beneath the surface blazed to

wrist, her

Yes, I did.

let things slide earlier, but you just couldnt keep your

a fish out of water, her

back, but Allison moved faster, catching her wrist

realizing she couldnt budge

voice was steady, almost

had already bought that dress, but your mother came barging in, throwing a tantrum and guilt-tripping us into handing

into a scornful smile as she met Melanys gaze

pull up the surveillance footage and display it on a giant screen in the city center for everyone to see?

tightened painfully, and beads of cold

she

Melany demanded, her voice strained with

As you wish.