Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 450:

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The tall young man, freshly groomed and looking hopeful, blushed deeply as if he’d summoned every ounce of courage. “I… I really like you.”

Allison’s eyebrows lifted in brief surprise, but she soon softened into a gentle smile.

“I like all of you too, but there’s no need to exchange contact information. If you ever need help, Mr. Astley is here for you. He’s got more than enough knowledge to guide you. Keep up the hard work, alright?”

Although Allison’s response was courteous, the boy’s face fell in disappointment.

“Alright, goodbye, Allison.”

“Goodbye.”

Meanwhile, on the other side of the hallway, Kellan leaned casually against the wall, watching the whole exchange unfold.

His tall, lean figure stood at the edge of light and shadow, his dark hair gently tousled by the breeze, giving him an air of relaxed detachment.

huh?” Kellan remarked, a subtle smirk tugging at

felt an unexpected surge of

knew Allison wouldn’t be interested in a boy barely eighteen, yet for a fleeting moment, a subtle insecurity crept

was twenty-eight — hardly comparable

a laugh, catching the

wish I’d be a bit kinder?” she teased, stepping slowly and deliberately

seemed

down to her lips, slightly curled and teasing, tempting like a

resisted the desire stirring within, forcing

he said, meeting her eyes directly. His voice was calm but edged with sharp, dangerous intensity. “Because if

he wasn’t one

it was

madness, it

to be

momentarily

each caught the other’s reflection, a silent exchange