Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine
Chapter 13

Chapter 13: I was with someone, of course.

But, you know, that's none of your business! Allison said bluntly, her eyes boring into his.

She had a body that made heads turn, and as for the rest, well, let's just say she knew her way around the sheets.

Things got a little.

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intense, hence the marks.

You.

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Colton choked on his fury, the words slipping from his hands as if they had turned to ash in his mouth.

Her carefree tone, coupled with that complete lack of shame, only added fuel to his anger.

And you know what.

It was worth it, without a doubt one of the best.

Probably the best I've ever met.

Allison said calmly, almost thoughtfully, and then let a smile curve her lips as she watched his face twist with rage.

But don't lose sleep over it.

We're divorced, remember.

You don't have to worry so much about your ex-wife.

Colton gritted his teeth, seething with rage he couldn't quite express.

He couldn't lash out at her because, deep down, he knew that it was he who had brought Melany to his house, who had pushed for the divorce and who had cut the last thread that united them.

He had no right to feel this way, and yet it gnawed at him, like an itch under the skin that he couldn't scratch.

"What nerve you have, Allison!" he finally snapped, bitterness dripping from every syllable.

You have deceived me for three years, parading around like a perfect and correct woman.

And in the meantime, you're nothing but a cheater.

It hurt her more than she cared to admit.

At least I waited until we decided to divorce, Allison replied, her tone cold.

Unlike you, I didn't bring anyone to our house while we were still married! The hypocrisy of their accusations was almost laughable.

He had cheated on her while they were still united by vows, and now he dared to point the finger at her because she had moved on.

It was like watching someone try to patch up a sinking ship with holes in its logic.

But she always talked about her suffering, I never chose to endure it in silence.

But looking at you now, you have the heart of a womanizer, but no ability to take advantage of it.

It must be hard.

You.

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Colton had never felt this level of fury, boiling to the point of no return.

He couldn't understand how he had never realized how biting he could be.

Melany, ever the opportunist, was at his side.

, gently rubbing his back with his hand, although his soft words were anything but reassuring.

“Don't be so angry, Colton,” he murmured.

Poor Allison… try to see things from her perspective.

Without his parents and now with the divorce, he has no one to lean on.

With no money or contacts, what else can she do but find a new benefactor.

We should.

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Before Melany's words came to an end, a loud crack filled the air.

A slap! Allison didn't hold back.

The slap sounded like a thunder on a quiet night and, as it passed, Melany froze, her cheek already swollen and blood at the corner of her mouth.

She couldn't believe Allison had hit her, and right in front of Colton.

If you had half a brain, you'd know when to stop talking, Allison said, her voice firm but full of precision.

But I guess that's asking too much.

If you keep talking, the whole town will know that you came back from abroad just to get into a married man's bed.

Allison looked at Melany, her expression icy, and took a photo with her cell phone.

A headline like 'Slap in the Face' the court: Mistress Gets What's Coming! It would certainly lighten the mood, she said.

Melany let out a panicked squeal and immediately covered her face with her hands.

But when Allison turned her phone toward her, Melany's pulse began to slow: the screen was black.

Relax, she said.

Allison, her lips curling into a mocking smile.

I wouldn't let something so disgusting stain my phone.

I like to keep things clean.

Just as Melany's tension began to ease, Allison's voice cut through her again, smooth as glass.

But hey, don't worry.

There are security cameras everywhere here.

They probably recorded everything in perfect HD.

At that moment, Melany's fragile nerves broke under the weight of fear.

Shut up! Colton and I are innocent, he blurted out, his voice shaking as he held back the urge to lash out at Allison.

With anger bubbling under the surface, she turned to Colton, her eyes filling with tears.

Even though she messed up, she has no right to ruin me like that! Slapping me to vent is one thing, but threatening my entire reputation is out of line.

Colton, watching Melany with her face streaked with tears, felt his heart begin to soften.

He clenched his jaw as he looked at Allison, irritation bubbling to the surface.

If you have a problem, deal with me.

Why are you bringing Melany into this Honestly, I still don't know what my grandfather is.

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You act so sweet when people look at you, but behind closed doors.

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you're nothing more than a.

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Before I could finish, a loud voice rang.

hard slap.

The force of Allison's slap caused him to stagger and his cheek swelled in a matter of seconds.

Now, with Melany's left cheek swollen and Colton's right cheek just as swollen, they seemed an oddly matched set! Colton froze, blinking in disbelief.

You…That was because of all the nonsense between us, Allison interrupted, her tone eerily calm.

He took a handkerchief from his pocket and carefully wiped his fingers, one by one.

Oh, and best wishes to you both.

Really.

You deserve each other.

Colton's surprise gave way to fury, his jaw clenching enough to grind his teeth.

Allison! You have gone completely crazy.

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