Chapter 685



Cara’s fury peaked, and she delivered a stinging slap to Keely. “You refuse to talk, huh? Fine, I’ll make sure you do!”

Terrified, Keely crumpled to the floor, overwhelmed by fear. “I’ll do whatever you want. Just please…”

Cara’s rage subsided slightly as she regarded Keely with a mix of suspicion and relief. “Really? You’ll help?”

Tears welled up in Keely’s eyes as she nodded, regretting her decision to come and comfort Cara. But it was too late for regrets now.

Under Cara’s direct orders, Keely secretly sent Elma to a boarding school without informing Clayton and Jake.

Keely knew she’d be in deep trouble if Clayton and Jake ever found out. Her only hope was Cara’s protection. Without it, she couldn’t fathom the consequences she’d face.

Resolute, Keely vowed to see Cara’s task through, no matter what.

Cara, changing her expression, rose to her feet and gently helped Keely stand. Her tone softened. “Look at you, acting like I scared you. Am I really that frightening? You’ve been around here for years, and I know you’re more than capable. That’s why I’m giving you this responsibility.”

Cara paused for a moment, then added, “Don’t worry. I won’t leave you to handle it alone. I’ll let you know when Clayton is out of the way.”

Keely forced a tight smile. “Thank you.”

Cara stretched lazily, letting out a yawn before something crossed her mind. Her eyes grew colder. “Has Elma been sent off?”

Keely quickly nodded. “Yes, she’s been enrolled. Even if your brother or Mr. Reeves finds out, there’s nothing they can do. It’s the top school, and each student only gets one shot at admission. If she leaves now, she won’t have many options for good schools in this country.”

Cara’s lips curled into a triumphant smile. “They’ve got no one to blame but themselves for staying in this country. Who knows what they’re thinking? Anyway, it’s better Elma is out of the way. Now, no one will stand between me and Jake.” With a disdainful look, Cara glanced around the chaotic room. “Why are you just standing there? Get someone in here to clean this mess. It’s driving me crazy.”

It seemed Cara had forgotten that she was the one who caused the mess.

Keely gave a quick nod and headed out to summon some servants, who could only count themselves unfortunate.

If anything valuable had been broken, Cara would shirk any accountability. The blame would fall on those cleaning the room. None dared challenge Cara, nor did anyone have the courage to inform Clayton. After all, they remembered what had become of Betty, who had once been close to Elma.

The Simpson family extended an invitation to Kallie to celebrate Rachel’s engagement.

Though Kallie and Rachel weren’t the closest of friends, they had maintained a connection over the years, and Kallie felt compelled to attend. Kallie asked if her children wished to accompany her, and they consented.

On the way, Calvin hesitated before finally confiding in Kallie about a troubling issue at school involving Elma.

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