Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 843:

“Back to the office.”

Releasing her, Verruckt stood, squashing the strange emotions bubbling up inside him. Perhaps immersing himself in work would clear his mind. Or else, why would he imagine Allison taming him?

Allison nodded, her voice steady. “Okay.” She exhaled softly, relieved. Finally, she had snagged the escape route code.

Back in the office soon after, Verruckt, ever the workaholic, dove into the mountain of files before him, his face a mask, not once glancing her way. That suited her just fine. A moment of calm for Allison was rare.

The peace was shattered when Jareth burst in, urgency etched on his face.

“Boss, trouble at Eastshade Dock. Looks like someone has sneaked in!”

through Allison’s mind. Had

hardened like ice.

Mr. Shaw, although your fingerprint is needed there, your injury should

must make sure no

opens doors to

further, Verruckt was already slipping into his leather

deepened. Clearly, he was set on confronting Kellan personally. She had

getting to her feet and

“There’s forty thousand on this. Treat

“Thanks, Mr. Shaw. Just make sure you

the key for tomorrow’s plan to go off

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Jareth taken aback. It seemed Alice and Verruckt had indeed become thick as thieves. But dwelling on their bond was a luxury—there