Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine
Chapter 53

Chapter 53:The rankings mean nothing to me.

I prefer to trust my own abilities.

Allison dodged Kellan's question completely, using her words to poke Melany slightly while wearing a carefree, almost playful smile.

I'm just here for the show, a little fun aside.

Kellan chuckled, clearly amused by her detour.

His tacit understanding was palpable.

Allison was deliberately downplaying her true potential, and it didn't go unnoticed.

Intrigued, Kellan smiled and said, Well, in that case, I wish you the best of luck, Miss Clarke.

It took Kellan only a moment to understand the situation.

The contest was a trivial matter for Allison.

His tone had a tinge of shared knowledge, as if they were both in on the same secret.

This silent connection between them felt like a thorn digging deeper into Colton's side.

The thought that the woman who had once been at his side side now sharing an unspoken relationship with another man ate away at him.

It disturbed him more than he wanted to admit.

Even though they were divorced, the fact that Allison had once been his only added insult to injury.

Colton, we should go, Melany urged, clinging tighter to his arm.

We don't want to be late for the waiting room.

Sensing her bad mood, he squeezed her arm even more possessively, hoping to brag about their relationship in front of Allison.

But Allison had already turned on her heel, walking away without even looking in his direction.

direction.

When staff arrived to escort Kellan to the SVIP room, Allison followed.

Rebecca, as insightful as ever, narrowed her gaze and raised an eyebrow curiously.

When did you become friends with Kellan, she joked, her voice playful, as she reached out to pinch Allison's cheek.

He even wished you good luck.

Oh how sweet! Best of luck.

Allison coldly took Rebecca's wrist.

Rebecca, don't think too much about it.

It's just an acquaintance.

Relax.

You're still my favorite.

Rebecca's eyes sparkled with mischief as she swelled with mock pride.

Well of course yes! I'm the boss here.

Their playful banter would have amused anyone, but to Colton they were a trigger.

He could no longer swallow the growing knot of jealousy and rage.

The moment Kellan disappeared from his sight, the anger boiling inside Colton finally burst forth.

Even with Melany clinging to his arm, he turned around, eyes burning with accusation.

It's obvious that you and Kellan have crossed paths before.

Since when do you get along with him? Why does he still support you? His grip on Melany's hand tightened, although his gaze remained fixed on Allison.

No wonder you're so uptight lately.

You've already found someone to replace me, right.

The sound of Colton's voice grated on Allison's nerves, triggering a headache she could feel coming.

She gave him a look so cold it could freeze the air between them.

There's nothing between me and Kellan! And you and Melany Everyone knows that you have never been apart.

Frankly, all of this makes me sick! And for the record, we are divorced.

You have no right to tell me what I can or cannot do.

His words cut the air with icy detachment, and his complete disinterest in anything related to Colton was reflected on his face.

Those nearby didn't take long to whisper about the scene.

Rebecca, who never held back, commented with a smile: Exactly! You're nothing more than a stain on Allison's life.

You can stop hanging around like a bad smell.

You're not fooling anyone with that sad, abandoned performance.

She rolled her eyes dramatically, throwing her own words back at him.

So stop playing these games to get Allison's attention.

This farce ends now.

As if to make her point clear, Rebecca covered her nose theatrically.

Allison, we should go! I feel like I'm starting to stink just being around this trash.

Colton was speechless, unable to replace a reply.

All he could do was watch as the two women walked away, leaving him standing there with a sharp pain squeezing his chest.

, making it difficult for her to breathe.

His grip on Melany's hand tightened even more, making her shudder, although she didn't dare to complain.

The jealousy that boiled inside him toward Allison was a fire he couldn't contain.

How could Allison keep getting his attention? Don't worry, Colton, Melany cooed, trying to reassure him.

Let's focus on what matters.

I will do everything I can to be in the top ten.

His words were full of determination as he squeezed his hand reassuringly.

Once we get that partnership with the Everett Group, there will be nothing standing in our way!.

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