Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 825:

As Verruckt spoke, even Jareth beside him dared not look up. He knew that while his boss seemed to offer a choice, there really was none. If Alice decided to leave, she would likely meet a tragic end like Fiona’s in an instant. Verruckt was unpredictable, like a ticking time bomb. He was utterly unreasonable.

Allison, too, knew this was a trap.

“Mr. Shaw, I’ve made my decision,” she said, her voice delicate but carrying an undeniable determination.

“No matter what happens, tonight’s events are on me. I can’t leave. If I did, I’d carry the guilt for the rest of my life, and that would be worse than death.”

Her words only deepened the mystery etched on Verruckt’s face. “Alright, Alice, if that’s your choice.”

Since she had decided to stay, he wasn’t about to let her leave now.

he knew one thing for certain: when

Jareth sensed something was

drawn a crowd. They’re heading this

was frosty as he commanded,

engulfed in darkness again. Allison, her eyes enhanced by special lenses, saw a crowd storming up the

she mulled over her options, she suddenly felt a firm grip on her waist. In an instant, the world tilted sideways. Her instinct was to strike back, but she

“Mr. Shaw, I can—”

cut off as Verruckt hoisted her onto his shoulder. “Zip it. You’re

remarks. His broad, warm shoulder pressed into her side. His presence was as fiery as

to a new location in seconds. Gunshots echoed behind

is dead. It’s got to be

won’t get far. Mr. Smith wants no survivors after we snag