Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 1082:

Her shock was palpable.

But as she processed the realization, she cast an innocent, almost naive glance at Colton.

“Colton, this brooch is worth hundreds of thousands. Have you ever wondered why Allison pretended to be poor when she married into the Stevens family?” Her words dripped with calculated malice.

She was implying that, given Allison’s talents, getting anything she wanted would have been as easy as breathing.

And then, as if to seal the deal, she added, “If Allison had designed more products during the Stevens Group’s financial crisis, you’d be a billionaire by now.”

Jealousy simmered in the air, thick enough to cut with a knife.

couldn’t believe that Colton remained unaffected, especially after everything

was that Colton’s expression grew colder with every word she spoke. Before she could continue, he cut her off sharply. “What’s between her and me is none of your concern. Melany, if you don’t want to anger me, stay here and don’t provoke me

shattered, much like the intricate cracks that marred the brooch. Once, Allison had offered to help the Stevens family through their crisis. After all, she had the financial means

still haunted him: “Allison, don’t use your resources to interfere with the Stevens Group. I want to rely on my own

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tried to offer. Worse, he had repeatedly crushed her heart with his actions

further into herself. Disappointment etched itself onto her features. It was as if she

the thoughts running through Colton’s mind, Melany

resentment flared as her

intuition and meticulous eye for detail were evident in every movement. She examined each facet and angle of the small diamonds with precision. Each step of the repair was done with

up and exhaled. With a bright smile, she looked at everyone and announced,