Chapter 938



“If Elma’s mother truly isn’t taking proper care of her, then keeping her here under your supervision is the safest option.”

Jake nodded, his face serious.

“Make sure Elma is closely monitored.”

“Even if she is to return to Kallie, it won’t happen until I’m certain she’s on the mend.”

Seeing that Jake agreed, Lacey’s relief was evident, though she couldn’t resist adding, “Kallie might be Elma’s mother, but once she marries Clayton, things could change.

With a stepfather in the picture, she might neglect Elma even more.”

“That’s not true!” Jake snapped, his eyes flashing with irritation.

His tone was firm, almost defensive.

“Kallie is a responsible mother.

She may have her faults, but she’s always put her children first.”

Lacey swallowed her jealousy and forced a smile.

“You’re right.

I shouldn’t have said that,” she replied meekly.

Jake rubbed his temples, fatigue settling over him.

“I’m exhausted.

I’m going to rest.

Let me know if anything urgent comes up.”

“Of course,” Lacey said, nodding as she watched him walk away.

Even after Jake had walked away, Lacey’s eyes lingered on his retreating figure, unable to tear herself away.

It wasn’t until Leo stepped in front of her, his expression stern and unyielding, that she finally looked elsewhere.

Lacey’s infatuated gaze hardened into something cold and guarded.

“What do you want now?”

Leo didn’t back down, his eyes narrowing in suspicion.

“I should be asking you the same thing.

You’ve always dreamed of being the one by Mr. Reeves’ side, haven’t you?”

“Reeves’ side, wishing he’d cut all ties with his past.

So, why the sudden interest in Elma’s well-being?”

Lacey’s patience was visibly wearing thin.

“I already explained this to you, I just can’t stand the thought of a young girl dying unnecessarily.

I have no ulterior motives.

And yes, I care about him.

I genuinely want him to be happy.

What’s so wrong about that? Can’t you stop being so suspicious?”

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