Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 340: Allison, I couldnt help but overhear you say youre curious about me.

Her eyes sparkled with a teasing glint.

Seems like Ill have to step up my game to win your full trust then.

Kellan lifted his head, his gaze locking onto hers.

Its not your trust that needs winning.

I should be the one putting in the effort so we can meet each other halfway.

His voice was calm, almost indifferent.

Leaning casually against the wall, he appeared relaxed, though the poise he carried was unmistakable.

He looked energized, yet there was a composed authority about him that commanded attention.

Allison was reminded of the moments when he had lost control of himself, standing in stark contrast to his usual cold demeanor.

In those moments, his exterior would crack, replaced by a more untamed and lively presence.

Even though they exchanged lighthearted remarks, their eye contact carried an undercurrent of tensiona silent battle of unspoken words.

Ferdinand, however, noticed none of this.

He only saw Allison teasing Kellan, which instantly lifted his spirits.

Ms.

Clarke, pay no mind to him.

Hes a puzzle of contradictions.

for you, he wouldnt have handed over that black card

of such a sum made Ferdinands heart

of that, he made you tea himself! Ive known him for years and havent received such a

lucky to

Clarke.

words were smooth, blending flattery toward Allison

as he cast

hands, why not use it to start organizing the ball? With a knowing smirk, Ferdinand replied, Ah, so youre trying to get rid

leave you both to

things on my

See you later.

Ferdinand walked off, he couldnt shake the feeling that something was brewing between Kellan

way they exchanged glances, their subtle interactionsthere was something more than casual conversation between

then Ferdinand reassured himself that he was overthinking

in a woman? The idea

nature, Ferdinand doubted Kellan

out of sight, the atmosphere between

tension softened, becoming more

Ms.

chosen your mask for the evening? Kellan asked, leaning against the wall, one

one yet, I can have more

any particular

casually opened the box,

this fox mask

looked rather

masks, so

charming, Kellan remarked, his gaze drifting from

fox in her

darkened slightly as he lifted

over, Ill make sure