Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 578:

“Not too long ago,” Allison replied, smiling as she steadied Rebecca, only to see Ferdinand approaching just behind her.

“Well, well, look who’s here with Mr. Blakely! You better spill everything,” Allison teased.

Rebecca rolled her eyes. “Family pressure. They’re pushing for an arranged marriage, so Ferdinand and I are on these ‘dates’ — though we’re hardly interested in each other. They’re watching us like hawks!”

Allison followed Rebecca’s pointed glance. A short distance away, several bodyguards loitered in the shade, keeping an ever-watchful eye.

Ah, she understood now: both were under heavy family pressure, forced into company neither had chosen. Ferdinand, catching her look, gave a wry smile and raised an eyebrow at Kellan.

“So, Mr. Lloyd, is this why you hung up on me earlier? Here I thought friendship meant more than a date.”

Kellan met his gaze, unbothered. “And aren’t you on a date with Miss Green?” he replied smoothly. “Seems we both have company tonight.”

her eyes as she saw Ferdinand approach. “Mr. Lloyd, don’t twist things — I’m only putting up with this charade for the family’s

Trust me, I’m just playing the

each other a glance.

two are honestly like an

the ‘couple’ part. We’re just bickering, thanks.” Rebecca shot back with a

drifted and landed on a faint love bite

eyes sparked

sweetheart, do tell — what’s going on with you

earshot. He observed Allison carefully, recalling her earlier words about needing

open about it? But Allison’s

her fingers threading confidently through his. “We

spark of light and warmth in his chest. A soft smile played on his lips as he watched