Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 312: Kellan eased himself into the seat beside Allison, his long legs forced into an awkward position by the limited space.

It took Ferdinand years to get where he is.

Otherwise, he wouldnt have ended up with anxiety, Kellan remarked quietly, his gaze drifting thoughtfully.

Before Allison could respond, a woman seated a few rows ahead caught their attention.

Everything about herthe loud gestures, the extravagant jewelryscreamed nouveau riche.

Why isnt the event starting yet? Ive been waiting forever! Youd better hurry, or Ill have to file a complaint, she huffed.

Allison glanced up, taking in the glinting ruby necklace around the womans neck.

Something about its design tugged at her memory.

Kellan, unaware of her thoughts, leaned closer and murmured, Thats the Stellar Necklacecreated by a renowned designer from Vespera.

Only three were ever made.

A rare piece, no doubt.

But with Kellans resources, acquiring one like it would be trivial.

Ms.

Clarke, what do you think? he asked casually.

of Vespera seemed to click something into place for

recognition flickered in

After all, wasnt it something she had casually designed years ago? She never imagined it would become so

quirked up in

not that

just wonder if wearing such a heavy

found her old designs a

thought brought a wry smile

between her and the

carry quite the price

plans to convince me to buy you one? Do I seem like that kind of

do have a knack for

something thensomething that softened his gaze as a nearly imperceptible smile played on his

the attention of several attendees

and women exchanged glances, their

the banquet hall were older, a

few younger guests, brought by their elders,

the older gentlemen, whispers started

close, dont they? Yes, and

a

as shallow as the rumors

Jade, a symbol of the Stevens

be

as Kellan and Allison were immersed in their conversation, Rebecca sauntered over, having

at ease, she threw her arms around Allison from