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.

silence that had settled

to the beautiful figure behind the

blinked, as if seeing her for the

dry, as if the words had gotten stuck

didn’t seem to

completely

attention remained solely on Keanu. “Does it look right

fell silent as Keanu and Melany both approached the painting, scrutinizing

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

Melany and Colton, despite his previous anger, were given

his excitement evident as he

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