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.”

subtle tension was a sign to retreat. Sherman wasn’t clueless; he could read the barely perceptible tension simmering between Kellan and Allison. Sensing that it was best not to intrude,

road grew still as their footsteps faded, leaving

the quiet, her voice measured and calm. “By the way, I owe you thanks, Mr. Lloyd, for your support today. You not only brought the cash but even agreed

trust. Even those bound by marriage might falter when faced with such high stakes. Yet

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tone casual but layered. As he spoke, thoughts of his earlier encounter with Kylo at the casino

his wealth spans continents, and he commands 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 on Allison. It resembled the calculated patience of a predator biding its time before springing a trap. Kellan recognized that feeling all too well because he was

her eyes narrowing slightly. “He runs a casino in Fleeingland. That’s why I’m determined to get close to Kylo. Through him, I intend to uncover the truth about

expression darkened further. He responded with a simple, “Alright,”

on earth. Despite her earlier bravado, victory left Allison with an unexpected weight on her chest. Knowing her mother was