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.

ever, huh?” Kellan remarked, a subtle smirk tugging at the corner of his

unexpected surge

barely eighteen, yet for

was twenty-eight — hardly comparable to

a laugh, catching the hint of playfulness in

kinder?” she teased, stepping slowly and

her presence seemed to fill the

lips, slightly curled and teasing, tempting

resisted the desire stirring within,

meeting her eyes directly. His voice was calm but edged with sharp, dangerous intensity. “Because if that were the case, he might

he wasn’t one

it was possession

madness, it didn’t

to be

froze, momentarily taken

each caught the other’s reflection,