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.

a subtle

felt an unexpected surge

be interested in a boy barely eighteen, yet for a fleeting moment, a subtle insecurity crept

was twenty-eight — hardly comparable to an

laugh, catching the hint

a bit kinder?” she teased, stepping slowly and

seemed to

slightly curled and teasing, tempting like

within, forcing

he said, meeting her eyes directly. His voice was calm but edged with sharp,

one to stand by like

about stepping aside; it was possession

or madness, it didn’t

be her one and

froze, momentarily taken

other’s reflection, a silent exchange within the