Chapter 892



Her marriage to Jake was no secret among their circle, and their narrative was widely circulated.

Maybe Lacey had heard whispers about it or seen one of Jake’s photos floating around.

Echoing Kallie’s uncertainty, Sophie inquired, “Lacey, do you know my dad?”

With a knowing smile, Lacey replied, “I know him quite well.”

Yet, Lacey left it at that, gracefully offering the gift box to Sophie.

“Inside are the gifts my man and I have prepared for you.

I really hope it’s to your liking.”

Sophie received the gift with a warm smile, her eyes showing appreciation as she said, “Thank you.”

Kallie stared at Lacey, astonished.

“You man? Are you married now?”

“Not quite yet, but it’s in the works,” Lacey replied, her gaze drifting over the noisy gathering.

“Is it always so noisy here? I can’t say I’m a fan.”

Realizing Lacey preferred a more private conversation, Kallie signaled the butler and led Lacey to a secluded corner.

“Miss Payne, you owe us some explanations. Why the silence for three whole years, only to turn up unexpectedly like this?”

Kallie’s tone wasn’t accusatory.

M๏гє ยק๔คՇєร ןภ ɢคlภ๏שєlร.ς๏๓ She was merely puzzled by Lacey’s unexpected timing, especially at Sophie’s birthday celebration.

Kallie couldn’t help but sense Lacey’s arrival had something to do with Sophie.

Unruffled by Kallie’s words, Lacey smiled softly.

“They say you value your children the most. It seems there’s truth in that.”

Kallie’s brow creased in confusion.

“What are you implying?”

“Nothing sinister,” Lacey said, shaking her head.

“I wouldn’t dream of harming your kids. After all, you’re practically a family to me, given that I am your sworn sister. How could I possibly hurt you or your children?”

Kallie remained silent, her eyes fixed on Lacey with a curious intensity.

Meeting after years of lack of interactions, she sensed something off with Lacey, though she couldn’t quite figure out why.

On this day, which marked Sophie’s most joyous occasion, Kallie had no desire to dwell further on Lacey’s oddities.

“If there’s nothing more, I need to be going. Should you need me, make an appointment through my butler.”

With these words, Kallie began to walk away.

Lacey hurried to catch up, her voice laced with urgency as she posed an odd question.

“I’ve heard rumors you’ve taken up prayer in recent years. Is it a bid for redemption?”

Kallie came to an abrupt stop, her brows knitting in irritation.

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