Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 311: Apologies for the disturbance, everyone.

Its only natural that tension builds when theres a crowd.

The auction will commence shortly, so feel free to head to the adjoining hall and see if anything piques your interest.

As the host of this charity banquet, Ferdinand couldnt afford to let the awkwardness linger.

Since his friends had faced little consequence, they quickly tidied up the scene.

With a genial smile, Ferdinand added, Stay tuned, folks.

Unlike the charity event, the auction promised to showcase rare treasures that could yield considerable profit.

As the staff led guests into the hall behind, many without auction invitationsdue to their lower standinglingered in the front, idly chatting away.

Once everything was back in order, Ferdinand approached Gordon with a warm smile, extending his hand.

Mr.

Herbert, its a pleasure to cross paths once again.

Despite the friendly tone, the two men sized each other up with unmistakable scrutiny.

It was a game of subtlety, and the tension was almost palpable.

If memory serves, your father is running for office next month, with a promotion nearly guaranteed.

Let me offer you my congratulations in advance.

Everyone knew the Herbert family stood at the pinnacle of Ontdale society.

them, and this gala was an orchestrated

nearby, keenly aware of the hidden layers

to Gordon, a gentle smile playing on

Ferdinand, someone I happened to meet

getting entangled in their

two go ahead

with you at

twinge of frustration

youre already leaving me stranded? But Allison

its important, say

Ill see you

reluctant sigh, Gordon nodded,

Fine.

find you once Im

had a

gaze shifted toward Kellan, standing silently beside her,

Mr.

for the evening, Gordon

hold

when Allison

shot him

you really that dense? Do you

pushed around? The sharp

the tension written across Gordons otherwise handsome

Relax, Gordon.

well Im not someone

to be even more rebellious

rasp in his voice as he replied, Allison, Im just looking out for

catch up with you