Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 562:

Allison smirked. “I expected more from you, Sherman. Your boss was right there, playing the game, and yet you had your eyes shut. Are you really that scared?”

Sherman’s gaze darted nervously to Kellan, whose expression remained unreadable. He faltered, “Mr. Lloyd… I didn’t mean any disrespect. It’s just… gambling scenes aren’t exactly familiar to me.”

He paused, a grin breaking through as if remembering something amusing. “Besides, I knew Ms. Clarke was formidable, so I felt more at ease. Seeing her catch Amor cheating was priceless.”

Kellan, standing slightly apart, responded with detached amusement, “You must have plenty of time on your hands with all that chit-chat.”

Sherman went silent. He cleared his throat. “Mr. Lloyd, I think it’s best if I take the cash and head back now.”

between Kellan and Allison. Sensing that it was best not

their footsteps faded, leaving only Kellan

her voice measured and calm. “By the way, I owe you thanks, Mr. Lloyd, for your support

those bound by marriage might falter when faced with such high stakes. Yet Kellan had stood

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said, his tone casual but layered. As he spoke, thoughts of his earlier encounter with Kylo at the casino resurfaced. His eyes held a contemplative

a formidable group of trained assassins.” There was more he didn’t say aloud. Kylo’s gaze earlier had held something else, an elusive expression when it lingered

to get

a simple, “Alright,” but the depth behind it

left Allison with an unexpected weight on her chest. Knowing her mother was alive had brought relief,