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.

the weight of Gordon’s taunt, Carole forced herself to maintain composure, though

she shot back. “Don’t twist things. Kellan and I? We’re just friends. Good

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

emphasize her stance further, a low

Kellan echoed, the words tumbling out with

suddenly stormy, fixed on her with

he repeated, as though the idea were absurd. “I had only one brother — he’s been gone for

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

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

one nerve that

known how deeply Kellan had loved his younger brother, how that bond, once unbreakable, had shattered

the Burned Islands had left a scar few dared to

to exploit that wound found themselves

twisted as she struggled to meet his unyielding