Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 669:

She had initially feared being confined to the first basement level, but she was pleasantly surprised at how easily she’d been moved up to the second level. Glancing up at Jareth, she asked, “Was there something else you needed from me tonight?”

Jareth glanced at his wristwatch and nodded. “Your shift ended a while ago. It’s standard procedure for me to escort new employees out on their first day.”

“I appreciate it,” Allison replied, keeping her tone polite.

Before they left, she cast a final look around the bustling lab. The researchers were still at their stations, working with an intensity that suggested a critical deadline.

She blinked, genuinely puzzled. “Am I the only one heading out? Aren’t the others done for the day?”

today, which means extra work for everyone. They won’t be leaving anytime soon. Focus on yourself, Alice. The rest is none of

prying further. Allison knew

down in the elevator, Allison’s thoughts wandered. If Verruckt occupied the second basement, what secrets could be hidden in the third? Was it connected

not, the institute can provide housing.” Clearly, he had done his homework on her fabricated background, knowing she had smuggled herself into Vrining and would likely have

smile. “Thank you, but my boyfriend and I already found a place. I wouldn’t

passed through Jareth’s eyes. His tone remained gentle, but

wise to keep your options open. You never know when

had never once seen him extend mercy to anyone. Allison,

I’ll talk to my boyfriend about