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.

feeling generous, why not hand it over to me instead? Kellan shot him a cool, detached

one? You!

from hemorrhaging the night he was born, and his father and stepmother had sent him abroad when he was barely

rising tension between them, Allison sighed, her

you, knock it

words, the atmosphere

on the verge of

now, Allison

I uncover any clues,

Its getting

to excess, even

likely focus on Cobweb, and she

his face, half-hidden in

to

Clarke.

Dont forget an umbrella.

Alright.

sudden comment strange, but then she watched as Kellan pocketed his car keys

eyesore is finally gone, Gordons

working late; you

at the top floor suite,

feeling tired, theres a private

lengths to prepare for their meeting, especially since it was his

for such

matters regarding Cobweb

on business than

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

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

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