Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 754:

Jareth had to admit that Alice certainly was ambitious and tactical. Getting involved with Verruckt this quickly was something he hadn’t anticipated. His curiosity only deepened as he replayed the image of Verruckt’s injured lip in his mind. Unable to resist, he cornered Allison in the break room after leaving Verruckt’s office.

“So, Alice, care to share what went down between you and Mr. Shaw last night?” he asked with a sly grin, leaning casually against the counter.

Allison looked up from her coffee, her expression unreadable.

“Nothing happened,” she replied, her tone dismissive. “Mr. Williamson, you’re too nosy.”

Jareth wasn’t deterred. He folded his arms, his grin widening. “Oh, really? Then how do you explain the mark on his lip?”

for a heartbeat, then answered, “It was an accident.” Her voice was calm, but her sharp eyes hinted that she knew exactly what Jareth

“We just shared a few drinks. That’s

Jareth wasn’t so easily convinced. He tilted his head, his gaze turning more inquisitive. “Drinks? With Mr. Shaw? Funny, because I’ve never

caught Allison off guard, though she didn’t let it show. She quickly

cautious and sharp to drink

chin on one hand, his tone taking on a falsely benevolent edge. “Alice, I’m only saying this because I care. I’d hate to see you miss

on clinging to your… current relationship, you might just let him slip away.

gaze sharpened as she studied him. “My current relationship?” she repeated, her tone neutral but curious. “Are you suggesting I break

broke, can’t even afford to spoil a girlfriend as stunning as you, and, oh, here’s the kicker, he