Chapter 1033



Barred from entering, Kallie stood at the door, waiting patiently for nearly four hours. Logically speaking, Elma should have been feeling better by now.

Yet, despite the passage of time, Lacey still refused to let Kallie in.

Every attempt Kallie made to enter was met with the same cold response, with Lacey quoting that the ongoing treatment shouldn’t be disturbed.

The servants filled Kallie in about Lacey’s unique role in delivering medical treatment to Elma, explaining why Jake had allowed Lacey’s presence in this household despite her somewhat arrogant demeanor.

If it were an ordinary fever or cold, a hospital visit should have been enough. However, Elma’s condition was unique, rendering any ordinary treatment without delving into the root cause of her illness pointless.

Therefore, upon grasping the situation, despite Lacey’s arrogance and lack of due politeness, Kallie was left with no choice but to endure it.

As the sky darkened, Kallie began to wonder how much longer she’d have to wait.

Soon, Jake showed up. He appeared to have just returned from the office. His steps were brisk as he approached the door. Jake’s gaze flickered toward Kallie, and their eyes met briefly. For a moment, neither spoke. Then, as if by mutual agreement, they both looked away.

Jake noted Kallie’s calm falter a bit, her cheeks tinged with a quiet shyness. Her lack of anger or disgust surprised him.

Instantly, he felt his heart flutter, like ripples disturbing an otherwise calm lake.

Quickly regaining control of his emotions, Jake stepped forward and knocked on the closed door.

Lacey opened the door soon, her expression brightening instantly at the sight of him, and she even flashed a smile.

“Mr. Reeves.”

Kallie noticed the dramatic change in Lacey’s demeanor around Jake. An uncomfortable feeling settled in her chest. Still, she chose not to confront Lacey about it.

Jake nodded slightly in acknowledgment, his focus quickly shifting to the room behind Lacey.

“How is Elma?”

Lacey made a theatrical show of wiping her forehead, though there was no real sweat there.

“It’s still a bit concerning, but the situation has stabilized.”

Lacey made sure to emphasize her role in the improvement.

“Thankfully, she’s been taking the medicine I prescribed, and her constitution has improved. Otherwise, things could be far worse.”

Jake scowled instantly, his displeasure evident.

“The weather might be chilly, but how did she get sick? Is that how everyone is taking care of her?”

His icy tone thickened the tension in the room. With his already intimidating aura, his intense gaze made the servants lose the courage to lock eyes with him.

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