Chapter 919



When Clayton visited Kallie, he discovered her absence. He hastily texted her, and she replied curtly, claiming to have gone for an outing to unwind. Remembering Jake’s unexpected return to Burmoos just days earlier, Clayton quickly pieced together the reason for Kallie’s sulking mood and felt a pang of displeasure. She was evidently still preoccupied with thoughts of Jake.

Fortunately, due to his previous manipulation, the misunderstandings between them made a reunion unlikely. Clayton expressed his concern for Kallie’s safety and discreetly instructed his subordinates with a stern command, “Locate Kallie’s whereabouts immediately. I’m concerned about her being out there alone.”

“Understood, Mr. Morgan.”

The following morning, Lacey received an invitation to visit the Reeves family estate. Kallie had moved out from the estate years ago, taking the children with her. Although the Reeves family estate was no longer their home, Kallie ensured it was maintained immaculately each year, holding onto the hope that Jake might one day return. She never anticipated, however, that when Jake did come back, he would be a changed man.

Upon discovering that Kallie was no longer residing there but made sure it was kept neat, Jake said nothing. He simply began moving his belongings back into the villa. He declared that his return wasn’t because this place once held the memories of his past with Kallie, but solely because it had been his home, his longing for its familiarity evident.

At Jake’s invitation for a meeting, anxiety washed over Lacey. She wondered whether he aimed to confront her about drugging him. Nervously, Lacey waited in the living room for what seemed like an eternity until a servant finally approached and escorted her to the study on the second floor.

As Lacey ascended the stairs, her eyes were drawn to a room near the study. With a glance at its door, she could tell it was opulently furnished. Curiosity piqued, she paused and inquired, “Why is the door locked?”

The servant, a longtime employee of the Reeves household, recognized the room instantly. “Mrs. and Mr. Reeves used to stay there. Mr. Reeves has decided not to use it for the time being and requested that everything be preserved as it is, keeping it locked to avoid any damage.”

Lacey’s demeanor shifted abruptly, her eyes icing over. “What Mrs.Reeves? Kallie and Jake have been divorced for ages, haven’t they? How can you still call her Mrs. Reeves? Doesn’t that risk upsetting Mr. Reeves?”

The servant met Lacey’s gaze with a calm, unbothered expression. “Why would Mr. Reeves be upset? Everyone still refers to her as Mrs. Reeves. Despite their divorce, she remains Mrs. Reeves to us. If this troubles you, you might consider raising it with Mr. Reeves himself. We wouldn’t mind it.”

Throughout the years of Jake’s absence, Kallie had ensured the house was maintained by hiring people to clean it regularly. She hadn’t dismissed any of the staff. Those who chose to stay were guaranteed their positions and salaries. Kallie aimed to preserve the familiar ambiance of the times she and Jake had shared there.

The servants were grateful. Kallie’s actions had secured their livelihoods. Otherwise, many would have been forced to seek employment elsewhere. Given Jake’s notorious past, positions outside the Reeves household would have been hard to come by.

Initially, the staff had been uneasy about Kallie’s inability to speak, but as time passed, her genuine care won them over, solidifying her status in their hearts as Mrs. Reeves. Furthermore, in Jake’s presence, they consistently addressed Kallie as Mrs.Reeves.”

Jake’s expression was complicated, yet he didn’t get angry, signaling his silent consent.

The servant’s demeanor infuriated Lacey. It wasn’t merely how the servants addressed Kallie that irked her, but rather Jake’s dismissive stance. He seemed intent on preserving every fragment of his past with Kallie. What was he trying to suggest by this? Could he be harboring hopes of a reconciliation with Kallie one day? Would all of her painstaking efforts then be rendered pointless?

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