Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 1022:

“Alright, it’s just a scratch,” Brook said dismissively. He looked up, slowly locking eyes with Kellan.

“It doesn’t matter what kind of woman you decide to sleep with,” he said, his voice steady and cold. “But once you’re at a certain age, you need to settle down and get married.”

Brook cast a pointed glance at Allison, his words deliberate and sharp. “Naturally, one must marry someone from a similar background.” His concern for the Lloyd family’s reputation was obvious.

Though he’d recently been abroad, he was fully aware of the rumors surrounding Ontdale. It was said that Kellan had fallen for a divorced woman, an orphan at that. Brook was certain that his son couldn’t possibly feel anything genuine for her. It had to be a temporary infatuation.

“That’s your rule, and it has nothing to do with me,” Kellan responded coldly, dismissing Brook’s words with a wave.

indignation. “Kellan, everything you have, everything you’ve achieved, is because of the Lloyd family.

him a contemptuous look, his voice low and mocking. “Do you want another

body aching as the pain from the knife wound still throbbed. He could feel it bleeding without even

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Hoyt attempted to whine, but Brook cut him off with a raised

wait. Don’t make a scene here.” Brook’s tone

reluctantly

must be Ms. Clarke?” His voice was laced with uncertainty, but his

the air like an oppressive weight, pressing down on everyone. Though he maintained a calm exterior, it was crystal

ordinary person would have crumbled, either retreating in shame

of fear or hesitation. “Of course, Kellan and I are perfect for each other,” she said with a warm smile, her grip on Kellan’s