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.

why not hand it over to me instead? Kellan shot him a

ask your mother for one? You! Gordons casual demeanor instantly vanished, and

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

tension between them, Allison

you, knock it

her words,

previously on the verge of conflict,

necklace for now, Allison said, tucking

any clues, Ill

getting late, no need

excess, even

Gordon would likely focus on Cobweb, and she had no intention of lingering longer

his face,

to

Clarke.

Dont forget an umbrella.

Alright.

strange, but then she watched as

is finally gone, Gordons mood brightened, his smirk

late; you must

a meal at the top floor

feeling tired, theres a private room where you

for their meeting,

for

matters regarding

was more on business than

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

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

the distant view of the sea added a calming touch, enhancing