Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 421:

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Meanwhile, Allison’s steady hands continued their work, focused solely on restoring the painting. She wanted no part in the confrontation and kept her attention on her task.

Colton flinched but didn’t dare retaliate. “Grandpa, please,” he started, his voice strained. “I brought the best restoration team. They’ll make sure the painting is restored perfectly. Just give me one chance. Trust me.” The mighty reputation of Colton, CEO of Stevens Group, was hanging by a thread.

Melany, tears welling in her eyes, stepped in before Keanu could speak. “Keanu, don’t be so hard on him,” she sniffled, blinking back crocodile tears. “No matter how upset you are, you can’t turn your back on your own grandson. Colton’s only trying to make things right. He brought this team for you!” She positioned herself dramatically between Colton and Keanu, her hands outstretched.

“If you’re still angry, Keanu, hit me instead.”

Keanu’s irritation deepened, but Melany’s theatrics were too much for him. With a groan, he lowered his cane, his rage fizzling out into resigned annoyance.

Meanwhile, Allison stepped back, her eyes scanning the canvas one last time before releasing a soft breath of satisfaction.

said calmly, breaking the heavy silence that had settled over the room. Everyone turned

to the beautiful figure behind

seeing her for the first

he murmured, his throat dry, as if the words had gotten

stretching painfully, but he didn’t seem to care. His eyes remained locked on hers, filled with

she completely ignored

Keanu. “Does it

approached the painting,

into a rare smile of approval. “It’s perfect!” he exclaimed. “Exactly as I

to melt away, and even Melany and Colton, despite

excitement evident as he

the men from the restoration crew spoke up with a smirk. “Miss, you’ve done your part. Now it’s time for the professionals to