Chapter 97:Allison quickly administered the medication to Kellan, with precise and firm movements.
Moments later, he stirred, blinking against the hazy remnants of unconsciousness.
He placed a glass of cold water in her hand, his voice soft but firm.
Mr.
Lloyd, you're feeling better now.
Kellan blinked, frowning slightly, as if he hadn't expected to replace her there.
Yes, he murmured, and his previously pained features softened a little.
His gaze, however, soon drifted to the label of the capsule bottle.
Seeing the familiar logo of the research institute, a flash of something unreadable passed through his eyes.
Thank you, Miss Clarke, he said hoarsely.
"It's the second time he's saved me.
" No big deal, Allison replied, brushing it off with a nonchalant shrug.
He thought it would have been a waste not to use the medicine.
After all, there was no way he would let something so valuable fall into the greedy clutches of the Stevens family.
Just then, Kellan's expression sharpened, piquing his curiosity.
This medicine… It's from the MDH Pharmaceutical Research Institute, right.
I heard that it is reserved for a Vrining elite.
Most people don't even know it exists.
His voice had a hint of intrigue, his interest in Allison growing as if he were peering through a crack into a much bigger mystery.
How many secrets this woman was hiding And why she had chosen to stay in Ontdale In response, Allison curled her lips into a playful smile.
You are well informed, Mr.
Lloyd.
But I only found this medicine by sheer luck.
They circled each other carefully, their words like pieces on a chess board, both testing the waters, both enjoying the subtle combat.
Just as Allison was about to change the direction of the conversation, her phone rang.
phone.
Seeing the unknown number on the screen, he rejected the call without hesitation and quickly blocked the number.
But before she could fully relax, she received another call, followed by another, and then another… Frustrated, Allison was about to turn off the phone when Kellan's voice stopped her.
Why aren't you answering the phone, Ms.
Clarke You're being harassed You need help It's Colton, she said, her tone suddenly flat.
His mother needs exactly the same medicine, but I only had one dose.
Kellan didn't need more than that to put the puzzle together.
His gaze lingered on her, watching the wind ruffle some strands of her hair.
She had given him the last pill without hesitation, even though she knew someone else desperately needed it.
For reasons she couldn't explain, her heart skipped a beat.
Just then, the phone rang again, interrupting the tender moment.
Allison's expression hardened when she finally answered, Colton's furious voice booming through the receiver.
Allison! How dare you attack people in broad daylight! I sent them to look for medicine, not to look for a fight.
How could you leave them in such a sorry state? Allison had become immune to Colton's antics.
It was not worth talking about his right.
"It's not my problem," he replied coldly, his tone dripping with dry sarcasm.
If it's that bad, call the police.
Colton, who knew full well that making a scene because his men followed her wouldn't end well, had no choice but to swallow his pride.
His voice softened, changing to a more pleading tone.
Allison, I wouldn't have called you if it wasn't urgent.
My mother is suffering a lot.
I'll pay whatever it takes, but please give me that pill.
Of course! A slight smile played on Allison's lips, her voice becoming light, almost careless.
After all, we were married for three years.
I'll send you an address.
See you there in ten minutes.
Good, Colton growled before hanging up, his face contorted with anger.
He looked at the thugs lying on the ground, moaning in pain.
Useless idiots! They can't even handle a woman.
And now I have to pay their stupid medical bills.
Fuck.
Don't be mad, Colton, Melany purred next to him, caressing his chest flirtatiously.
At least we'll get the medicine.
I didn't expect Allison to be so desperate for money in the end.
If he had told the price earlier, we would have avoided all this.
She's alone now, she must need the money.
Colton scoffed, venom in his words.
That vain bitch.
The only thing that motivates her is money.
Luckily, the address was not far away, and they headed quickly.
When they arrived, they found themselves in front of a large comedy theater, with a clown's smiling face on the sign outside.
Colton called out to Allison again, struggling to keep his voice steady.
I'm here.
Where are you? Allison's laughter crackled from the other end of the line.
Oh, you are in the right place! Come in, get on stage and make sure all the spotlights are on you.
Then repeat all those ridiculous things you just said to me.
I'm sure it will be the best act of the night! Allison, you fooled me! Colton's heart sank as he realized.
They had fooled him like a fiddle.
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