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.

over to me

that desperate, why not ask your mother for one? You! Gordons casual demeanor instantly vanished, and

and his father and stepmother had sent

rising tension between them, Allison

you, knock

her words, the

previously on the verge of

now,

any clues, Ill return

Its getting late, no need to wait

to excess, even on

her conversation with Gordon would likely focus on Cobweb, and she had no

his face,

going to

Clarke.

Dont forget an umbrella.

Alright.

but then she watched as

gone, Gordons mood brightened,

working late; you

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

a private room

prepare for their meeting, especially since it was his first

need for

some matters regarding

focus was more on business than

realized that Gordons so-called private room was far more than

table was already set with an array of exquisite dishes, and a few slender white candles

of the sea added a calming touch,