Chapter 1038



To Lacey’s surprise, Jake gave a cold smile and agreed.

“Yes, perhaps seeking a second opinion would be wise.”

Kallie looked at Jake, taken aback by the impact of Lacey’s words.

Feeling uneasy, Kallie listened as Jake said, “I should let other doctors assess Elma’s condition. Let’s consult various specialists, particularly pediatricians.”

Lacey, caught off guard, her eyes wide with disbelief and a trace of hurt, questioned him, “Why do you want to do this, Mr. Reeves? Do you doubt my medical expertise?” She felt deeply wronged.

Jake’s response was icy.

“It’s not a matter of trust in your capabilities. It’s just that you’re overstepping your boundaries, and that didn’t sit well with me. Regardless, Elma is Kallie’s daughter. Do you really think you have the right to demand Kallie secure your permission before visiting Elma? You should know your place. If not, maybe you should consider taking a few days off to reflect.”

Tears streamed down Lacey’s face, her expression a complex tapestry of sorrow and unease.

The severity of Elma’s fever today was the result of Lacey’s drugs.

Lacey had intended to scapegoat Kallie for Elma’s discomfort, hoping Jake would further dislike Kallie. However, she hadn’t anticipated Kallie’s memory loss, which made all her efforts pointless.

Lacey was painfully aware that Jake’s forbearance toward Kallie was not merely because of her amnesia.

Lacey snarled inwardly, “What was so special about Kallie?” Jealousy consumed her, yet she forced herself to act genuinely remorseful as she bowed to Kallie and Jake.

Discover more at gαℓησνℯℓs․com “I apologize, Mr. Reeves, Miss Nixon. Earlier, my anxiety led to inappropriate behavior and words.”

Lacey bit her lip, looking even more humble.

“I’m just very concerned about Elma. I’ve been taking care of her as if she were my own child. I sincerely hope she recovers.”

Jake remained silent, simply observing Kallie. It was obvious he wanted Kallie to decide for herself.

Kallie frowned as she didn’t feel like forgiving Lacey. Lacey’s motives were crystal clear to her. While it was understandable that Lacey, like many women, was drawn to a man as impressive as Jake, Lacey’s audacity to scheme against her went too far.

Despite her memory loss, Kallie was not one to let others walk over her. But the situation was different now. Kallie had noticed that Lacey seemed vital to Elma’s recovery due to her medical expertise. With Jake’s apparent dislike of Lacey, if Lacey had been incompetent, Jake likely wouldn’t have kept her around.

Even though Kallie hadn’t spent much time with Jake since her amnesia, she found herself perceiving his thoughts through his actions. Realizing Jake’s trust in Lacey’s medical skills, Kallie knew better than to drive Lacey away. Still, Kallie had no intention of letting Lacey off the hook easily.

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