Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 313: After slipping into more formal attire, Melany and Colton settled into their seats, neither wearing a smile on their faces.

Colton, we absolutely have to get that badge, Melany said, taking a deep breath as if bracing for a storm.

Lets endure this for now.

Once we secure it at the auction, there will be plenty of ways to handle Allison and her men.

Colton pressed his fingers to his temple, his eyes squeezed shut.

Yeah.

Irritation simmered beneath his skin.

Every time Allison entered the picture, it felt as if his control slipped right through his fingers.

His eyelid twitched, a telltale sign that trouble was brewing.

Meanwhile, Allison had her eyes on the two of them.

She glanced over at Sherman, her expression thoughtful.

Keep an eye on them.

If they make any moves, let me know.

Allison had developed a habit from her profession: whenever she entered a new space, her instinct was to locate all exits and observe the ebb and flow of people.

That instinct was how she immediately noticed them.

Sherman nodded in compliance.

Yes.

the realityhis actual boss was Kellan, yet he

response, it was Allisons natural authority that commanded

Kellan didnt seem to mind

away, Ferdinand frowned

but I certainly dont recall

course, the invitation had been passed along or acquired

raise any alarms, Ferdinand subtly gestured to one

Colton and Melany got

Understood.

Coltons bruised wrist with a concerned

Colton, dont worry.

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implied

about the

on funds right now, I

cover the

stiffened, still reeling from

womans

a thread, and his mother constantly nagging for financial support, Colton found it hard

Thanks.

I really appreciate it.

as

felt trapped, like a lion in a cage, unsure how to shake off

way, but Melanys considerate words helped ease his tension just

Colton felt