Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 480:

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When she looked up, she realized that Kellan had taken the seat beside her, the narrow space between their chairs bridging a gap that felt symbolic of their complicated relationship—neither too close nor too distant.

Carole, with a knowing smile, broke the silence. “Ms. Clarke, I hope you don’t mind us sitting here?”

“Not at all,” Allison replied, leaning forward with her chin propped on her hand, her eyes glinting with amusement. She sensed the faint hint of rivalry in Carole’s gaze. “The café isn’t mine, Miss Perry. Feel free.”

Carole had anticipated a tinge of annoyance from Allison. Rumors had circulated about Allison’s unusual relationship with Kellan, but Allison’s calmness threw her off slightly.

Carole’s smile faltered, her brows knitting briefly. She wondered if she had gotten the wrong information, but her polite smile quickly returned.

you probably don’t know, but Kellan’s

seat between Kellan and Allison with an ease that belied her wealthy background.

been the model child—disciplined,

out like an open floodgate. She pretended to add a casual comment. “Oh, Kellan, remember how you

barely perceptible sarcasm. “On holidays, she’d pay your family extra for

grandmother had been generous, but the Perry family’s greed had always left a sour note. They had exploited her generosity, and after

by Kellan’s words.

right?” she ventured,

his voice completely devoid of emotion. “It was all fed

silent, words

aura surrounding him left no room for warmth. He felt as distant

one to back down easily. Known for her dogged persistence,