Chapter 1020

After a tense pause, Lacey grabbed her phone and dialed Jake. Jake picked up almost immediately, his voice calm.

“What’s up?”

Lacey felt anxious but worked hard to keep her voice steady.

“Mr. Reeves, could you send someone to pick me up? Elma’s medication is running low, and I want to make sure she’s taken care of. I just figured if you send someone to pick me up, I can return sooner. I’ve been tied up with a few things lately and nearly forgot.”

“Alright,” Jake agreed.

“Just reach out to Leo for matters like this. He’ll take care of everything for you.”

“No need,” she interrupted quickly.

“Leo’s preoccupied with other things. Just a car, please.”

Jake didn’t give it much thought. After all, he had kept Lacey there for Elma’s well-being. The servants caring for Elma had indeed informed him that the medication was running low. Jake instructed his team to arrange a private jet and handed Lacey the contact details.

After doing that, Jake didn’t pay Lacey any more attention. His indifference stung, but at least Lacey had gotten what she needed.

Clayton stood nearby, his tone dripping with sarcasm.

“Guess you’re not as special to him as you thought.”

Lacey’s anger flared, and she shot back sharply, “You don’t know anything. Jake treats me differently.” Clayton chuckled mockingly but didn’t argue.

gⱯlnσν𝓮𝓁s․com is where magic happens Lacey fidgeted, her unease evident as she said, “I’ve done as you asked. Let me warn you that Jake’s people will be everywhere. How do you plan to get on the jet?”

Clayton flashed a mysterious smile.

“Don’t worry about it. I’ll take care of that. I’m going to rest now.”

Clayton turned and returned to the room, settling into the only bed there.

Lacey clenched her jaw, biting back a retort as he closed the door behind him. No wonder Kallie never fell for him. If it were her, she wouldn’t have, either. Clayton was no match for Jake.

The following day, Kallie headed to the building where the children were staying. She stood downstairs for a long time, hesitant to go in. Most of the day passed as she paced, uncertainty weighing on her.

The passing staff shot Kallie curious glances. But no one came to drive her away.

Perhaps someone had alerted the children. Half an hour later, Sophie appeared downstairs, holding Elma’s hand.

Maybe because of her illness, Elma’s complexion seemed pale and strained. But as soon as she saw Kallie, her eyes brightened, and a smile spread across her face. She ran over eagerly and jumped into Kallie’s arms, grinning playfully.

“Mom, I knew you couldn’t bear to leave me. Did you remember me?”

Kallie froze, her body going rigid. Instead of hugging Elma, she cleared her throat and gently eased Elma away. Staring at the sweet girl, she hesitantly called out, “Elma?” Elma’s eyes sparkled, but they quickly turned misty.

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Message from Noah: Happy weekend dear ones! God loves you and Noah whishes you all the best. (─‿‿O)

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