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.

Vespera seemed to click something into

faint recognition flickered in

looked familiar… After all, wasnt it something she had

lips quirked up in a

that I

wonder if wearing such a heavy gem doesnt give one

on it now, Allison found her old designs a bit too

a wry smile to her

between her and the

to carry quite the

convince me to buy you one? Do I seem like that kind of person? Kellans expression

have a knack for outsmarting

that softened his gaze as a nearly

drew the attention of several

and women exchanged glances,

hall were

younger guests, brought by their elders,

gentlemen,

two seem quite close, dont they?

a certain

not as shallow

Jade, a symbol of the

be

in their conversation,

she threw her arms