Chapter 686



Kallie, perplexed, responded, “What did you mean by ‘finding a missing person’? Is someone actually missing?” Calvin merely shook his head, unsure himself.

Kallie pondered for a moment before her face grew solemn. “It’s possible the ‘missing person’ Elma referred to is Betty.” The children, puzzled by the reference, remained silent. Sophie’s curiosity peaked. She quickly asked, “Mom, who is this Betty you speak of?”

Kallie was abruptly pulled from her thoughts. She smiled and touched Sophie’s head. “No one. We’re nearly there.”

A feeling of discomfort began to build within Kallie. She hoped it was all in her head. Cara was Elma’s adoptive mother, and logically, Cara wouldn’t be this merciless to Elma.

At the Simpson family estate, luxury cars rolled in one after another.

Though the Simpson family wasn’t as prominent as the Nixon, Reeves, or Morgan families, they were highly respected among the elite in Burmoos, known for their deep-rooted history spanning centuries.

Aside from Wayne, the children of the Simpson family were all quite distinguished. At the entrance, a host was ready to usher Kallie inside.

Rachel was to be engaged to a man of humble origins, yet it was rumored that their love was deep and genuine, and he was a man of ambition. The Simpson family was open-minded about Rachel’s fiancé’s modest background.

Together, Rachel and her fiancé mingled among the guests, warmly accepting their blessings. Kallie had carefully selected a gift, which she now presented with care.

Rachel approached Kallie, accompanied by her fiancé. “Kallie,” Rachel called out warmly. Her usually composed face softened into a smile. Kallie and Rachel shared a quick embrace.

Rachel then turned her attention to Kallie’s two children, greeting them with a rare and genuine smile, a clear sign of her happiness about her upcoming marriage. Kallie offered her heartfelt blessings, making Rachel’s smile shine even brighter.

Rachel then softly said, “I’ve been meaning to catch up with you. I just returned from abroad, but you had already left overseas. Since I’ve come back, I’ve been swamped with engagement preparations. Finally, we meet! Oh, your kids are so adorable! Your eldest daughter really takes after you.” Rachel gently pinched Sophie’s cheek.

Sophie, ever perceptive, showered the couple with congratulatory phrases, drawing laughter from them.

Kallie ruffled Calvin’s hair gently. “Actually, Calvin has prepared a gift for you. I hope you’ll appreciate it.”

Rachel expressed her amazement. “No way! Calvin made that model? That’s incredible!”

Calvin had crafted a lifelike, intricately detailed model of the couple from just their photos.

As the group exchanged pleasantries, a sudden commotion erupted from the other side of the gathering. At that moment, a man in a suit moved swiftly toward Rachel.

The man leaned close and murmured, “Miss, two members of the Morgan family have arrived.”

“The Morgan family?” Rachel’s voice came out louder than she intended. “Did I even invite them?” The man shook his head, equally puzzled.

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