Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 347: When Kellan spoke of his family, the usual coldness in his expression seemed to soften, tinged with a quiet loneliness.

So, theres no need to pay any attention to Jims nonsense, he said.

This isnt an engagement token meant for a future wife; its nothing but a jest.

You shouldnt feel burdened by it.

But in truth, after surviving countless trials and narrowly escaping death together, Kellan felt that the only thing of real value he could offer Allison was this necklace.

Though Allison didnt lack wealth, the necklace held sentimental value, deeply tied to her mother.

Allison frowned slightly.

I cant Before she could finish, Kellan pushed the box back toward her, resolute.

Its better if you hold onto it for now, Ms.

Clarke, he insisted.

You can give it back once youve found your mother.

In reality, Kellans mother had indeed intended this necklace for his future wife.

It was far from a simple jest.

Kellans gaze shifted to Allisons slender neck, and for a moment, he imagined her wearing the necklace.

Had it not been for her, he might have been blown to pieces by the criminals explosives.

The necklace seemed like the only fitting token of gratitude he could offer her.

Nearby, Gordon leaned back with his arms crossed, a playful grin on his face.

Tsk, if Mr.

to me instead? Kellan

your mother for one? You! Gordons

Gordons birth mother had died from hemorrhaging the night he was born, and his father

between them, Allison sighed,

of you, knock it

her words, the atmosphere

on the verge of conflict,

onto the necklace for now, Allison said,

uncover any clues, Ill

and she added, Its getting late, no need

rarely drank to excess,

her conversation with Gordon would likely focus on Cobweb, and she had

respond, though his face, half-hidden in

to rain tonight,

Clarke.

Dont forget an umbrella.

Alright.

then she watched as Kellan pocketed his car keys and headed

Gordons

working late; you must be

chef to prepare a meal at the top floor suite, and of course, Ive got

youre feeling tired, theres a private room where you

prepare for their meeting, especially since it was his first

for

have some matters regarding Cobweb to discuss with

focus was more on business than

Gordons so-called private room was far more than just a secluded space; it was a lavish penthouse suite,

an array of exquisite dishes, and a few slender white candles flickered softly beside it, casting delicate shadows along

flickering light, the distant view of the sea added a