Chapter 551



Sophie called this man Jake? Saniya’s face turned pale. Jake’s name was both familiar and oddly unsettling.

He had once been a formidable force in Burmoos, wielding significant influence. However, he later became entangled in a scandal involving the death of his mother and was expelled from the Reeves family.

Following that, Stan assumed control of the Reeves family.

To everyone’s surprise, Jake had returned, having not only survived but also triumphed over Stan. Even if someone tried to dredge up Jake’s old scandal, it would be a waste of time.

After all, he was back in the public eye, freely moving about Avalon. He must have cleared his name of any wrongdoing. Otherwise, the authorities wouldn’t have permitted his reappearance.

Saniya’s heart sank, despair clawing at her insides. Kallie shot an icy glance at Saniya, a flare of anger crossing her face as she let out a sharp, disdainful snort.

Jake understood instantly, his gaze darkening with a dangerous intensity as he glowered at Saniya. “You’re asking for trouble.”

Edgar sensed the tension, stepped forward, and grabbed Saniya’s arm. “Mr. Reeves, what do you want us to do with her?”

Jake didn’t even look at her. “Throw her into the sea.”

A scream tore from Saniya’s throat. “You can’t kill me! Many people are watching us, and it’s against the law!”

Jake’s laugh was dark and humorless. “Who said anything about killing? Besides, who here has the nerve to wrongly accuse me and my family?”

Jake swept his gaze over the room, each person feeling the weight of his stare. Everyone who had planned to write stories slandering Sophie suddenly fell silent at once.

The director, in particular, looked like all the blood had drained from his face. He had bet on the wrong horse this time and was utterly doomed, his fate sealed beyond hope.

Kallie leaned toward Jake and whispered, “Keep her for now. I have more questions to ask her.”

Jake nodded, his eyes softening as they met Kallie’s. He looked like a tame lion, his tone gentle. “As you wish.”

Saniya was escorted away, while the director and the reporters were ushered out, their exit swift and decisive.

At that moment, the door to the operating room swung open, and a doctor stepped out. “Are the patient’s family members here?”

Debbie moved forward quickly, her face etched with worry. “We’re her friends. She doesn’t have any family.”

The doctor smiled reassuringly. “Don’t worry. The patient is in stable condition.”

A sigh of relief swept through Debbie and Kallie. After discussing their options, they agreed to take turns at the hospital to care for Elaine.

Meanwhile, Sophie would go home with Jake. However, Sophie wasn’t content and insisted on staying with Kallie instead.

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