Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 488:

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A subtle glint of amusement danced across his face, though the smile never reached his eyes.

“Besides, Mr. Lloyd, don’t you already have your fiancée? It wouldn’t do her much good if your attention wandered too frequently to Allison.”

Gordon’s words weren’t lost on anyone. Each one was laced with intent, carefully placed to create tension. He was weaving a rift, one that threatened to fray at the edges.

After all, he could tell that Carole was a scheming woman.

The Cobweb had a far-reaching intelligence network. It was easy for Gordon to find out anything he wanted.

Moreover, Carole had been frequenting Charisma Company after returning to the country. It was common knowledge in Ontdale’s upper class.

Carole forced herself to maintain composure, though the crack

twist things. Kellan and I? We’re just

sharper, as if trying to make the point more convincing. “Like siblings. And even if he were interested, it’s not like I’d feel the same.

her stance further, a low

the words tumbling

stormy, fixed on her with

“I had only one brother — he’s been gone for years now.” His

he asked, each word deliberate, the accusation hanging thick

slipping into chaos. The color drained from her face, leaving her pale. “No, Kellan…

one nerve that turned his entire

loved his younger brother, how that bond,

Burned Islands had left a scar

foolish enough to exploit that wound found themselves exiled

as she struggled to meet