Chapter 766



Lacey’s eyes flickered with mild displeasure. “I’m not interested in those things.” Despite her words, she agreed and then told Jake to get some rest.

Soon, the day of the concert arrived. True to her word, Kallie brought the three children abroad. At first, they were in a sour mood, but the trip gradually lifted their spirits.

Sophie was nervously preparing for her performance. Although she had participated in similar events before, this particular concert held great significance, causing her palms to sweat with anxiety.

To ease the tension, Elma began telling jokes. Her delivery was so deadpan that it became unintentionally hilarious.

However, no one laughed as she expected. Elma huffed, “If it’s not funny, that’s fine. You don’t have to look at me like I’m a fool.”

Kallie was amused. Wrapping her arms around Elma, she chuckled. “Everyone thinks your jokes are hilarious, and you’re absolutely adorable.”

Sophie couldn’t help but smile. “Thank you, Elma. I’m much better now and not as nervous.”

Elma beamed, her arms happily winding around Kallie’s neck.

Later, Sophie drew her performance slot, but she had to wait a few days before going on.

Kallie decided to take the children out for a quick tour of the area to help them relax. Unexpectedly, she ran into Clayton.

However, just as Kallie and her children stepped out of the car on the outskirts, a group of motorcyclists sped toward them.

Their target was clear. One of them reached out to grab Kallie’s handbag.

Kallie held on as tightly as she could, but the rider had no intention of stopping. He accelerated instead. If Kallie didn’t let go, she might be dragged away.

Panic surged through Kallie as the invitation was ripped from her grasp. She regretted not bringing bodyguards. On the verge of tears, Sophie cried out, “Mom, the invitation is in there! Without it, I can’t perform!”

Kallie wiped Sophie’s tears gently and reassured her. “Don’t worry, sweetheart. I’ll get it back. I promise.” Gradually, Sophie calmed down.

Kallie tried calling the police, but as she watched the motorcycles vanish into the distance, a sense of hopelessness washed over her. In such a situation, getting her handbag back seemed unlikely. There were no cameras on this road, and robberies were common here. They would probably have to accept their misfortune.

But Sophie’s eyes still held a glimmer of hope, and Kallie couldn’t bear to let her down.

Just then, the motorcyclists returned. This time, they were battered, with bruises on their faces. Before Kallie could say a word, they handed the handbag back to her.

Kallie hesitated, wary of a potential trap. She didn’t reach out immediately, keeping her distance.

At that moment, a car pulled up nearby, and Clayton stepped out. “I got it back. There’s nothing to worry about.”

Upon hearing this, Kallie took her handbag from the motorcyclists.

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