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.

herself to maintain

Kellan and

more convincing. “Like siblings. And even if he were interested, it’s not like I’d feel the same. After all, you don’t

before she could emphasize her stance further, a low

the words tumbling out with a cold

fixed on her with

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

the one, Carole?” he asked, each word deliberate, the accusation hanging thick

slipping into chaos. The color drained from her face, leaving her pale. “No, Kellan… I’m not…” she stammered, realizing

one nerve that turned

loved his younger brother, how that

Islands had

wound found themselves exiled — or

stomach twisted as she struggled to meet his unyielding