Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 745:

After finishing work, Jareth made it a habit to walk her to her new residence. The apartment building stood in the middle of a wealthy neighborhood, where life seemed slower and the people moved unhurriedly.

“Alice, this is where I’ll leave you,” Jareth said, halting at the front door but choosing not to step inside. Without clear instructions from Verruckt, he didn’t dare cross the threshold.

“If there’s anything you need for your day-to-day living, don’t hesitate to ask,” he offered.

“You’re very thoughtful, Mr. Williamson,” Allison replied with a polite tone. “I feel guilty troubling you.”

Jareth’s reply carried a subtle undertone. “It’s no trouble at all. After all, you’re staying in Mr. Shaw’s home now. Helping you is like helping him. Besides, I might call on you for a favor one day.”

the way,” Allison began, her tone casual, “I’m thinking of inviting Mr. Shaw over for dinner later.

do you need?” he asked smoothly. “I can arrange to have everything delivered

assurance. It felt as though he could make

knew that tonight’s meeting had been canceled and Verruckt would be

go through all that trouble,” Allison said quickly, waving her hand dismissively. “I’d rather do

from his pocket, Jareth handed it to her. “In that case, use this,” he said. “Mr.

Allison said

time they went their separate ways, the sun had nearly set. A

her surroundings. The walls were painted a pale gray, and the furniture was stark and angular, as precise as the