Chapter 905



But over the years, Edgar had been a pillar of support to her. Even if it meant Jake’s distrust, she couldn’t sit back and let Edgar end up like this.

Kallie took a deep breath and said, “Mr. Reeves, let’s settle this. I’ll give up all my shares. Just promise me you won’t fire Edgar. He has been with the company for years. He deserves better than to be dismissed like this.”

Jake’s temper flared in an instant, his gaze flickering between Kallie and Edgar.

Jake’s laugh was laced with anger as he gazed at Kallie. “I didn’t realize you were so close to Edgar. You don’t seem like just his superior.”

Kallie’s mind swirled. She quickly stepped forward, her eyes welling with tears as she asked, “Jake, what are you trying to say?”

Unable to bear the tension, Edgar sighed deeply. “Miss Nixon, Mr. Reeves, please don’t argue on my account. Miss Nixon, I’m grateful for your support. I know you value my skills, and that’s enough for me. But honestly, I’d like to go home and rest. Work has kept me away from my family for too long.”

Edgar glanced at Jake, a slight smile touching his lips. “Mr. Reeves, you probably aren’t aware, but while you were away, I got married and now have children. You missed the wedding.”

Edgar had clearly made his decision, leaving Kallie with nothing more to say.

Jake’s expression shifted as he absorbed the news of Edgar’s marriage, his mind unreadable. Kallie turned to Edgar with a look of regret, dismissing Jake’s reaction entirely. “Edgar, be honest with me. Are you really set on leaving? If you ever want to continue in this field, there’s always a place for you at my company.”

Edgar glanced at Jake, whose face had darkened, and then shook his head gently. “Thank you, but no. I’m content with where I am.”

“I’ll take care of my resignation paperwork.”

After Edgar left, silence settled heavily between Jake and Kallie as they sat on opposite sides of the lounge. Though only a few meters apart, the emotional distance felt vast. The weight of unspoken words made the atmosphere tense, leaving Kallie feeling uneasy, though she forced herself to remain composed. She couldn’t understand why Jake had changed so much. Yet, he was still the father of her three children.

Summoning her courage, Kallie softly called out his name, “Jake…”

Jake’s hands clenched on his knees, but he didn’t respond, only gazing at her from the corner of his eye several times. Kallie wanted to ask when he’d make time to see the kids. Even if they were no longer together, there was no need to let their tension affect the children. But before Kallie could speak, Jake’s phone rang abruptly, shattering the silence. Jake stood up to take the call, and Lacey’s distressed voice echoed through the line. She sounded shaken, her words choked with tears.

Jake’s expression softened as he frowned slightly and asked in a gentle tone, “What’s wrong? What happened?”

The tenderness in his voice was unmistakable, and Kallie straightened, listening intently. She hadn’t heard him sound this caring in years. Not even with Sarah had he ever spoken that way.

Walking away with his phone, Jake kept his conversation private, leaving Kallie unable to hear a word. When he returned, a hint of anxiety marked his face.

“I have something to take care of. I need to go,” he said quickly before leaving.

Kallie watched him disappear, her eyes stinging, though she managed not to cry this time. As Jake hurried out, he nearly collided with Clayton, who made his entrance.

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