Chapter 960

Jake continued, his voice firm, “I didn’t want to resort to such harsh words, but you are testing my patience. Let me make myself perfectly clear. My interest in a woman isn’t swayed by her attire, not even if she were to stand before me completely naked.”

The cruel bluntness of his declaration struck like a slap, leaving a sting that lingered in the air.

Tears welled up in Lacey’s eyes, her cheeks flushing with shame. She gripped her skirt tightly, biting back her anger, managing only a stammered apology in response.

“Mr… Mr. Reeves,” Lacey stammered, her voice quivering with feigned concern.

“I didn’t mean it that way. I’m just worried about you. I think Kallie might be deceiving you. This sudden lunch invitation seems suspicious. If she truly cared for you, why was she so cruel before? Perhaps this lunch is just a ploy to get back at you. Besides, I came here for another reason. It’s about Elma’s health. She needs her medication.”

Jake’s eyes hardened as he glared at Lacey.

“My relationship with Kallie is none of your concern,” he stated icily.

“And if Elma needs medication, you could simply inform Leo. He would have arranged for someone to bring it. Your presence here is unnecessary.”

Lacey’s eyes welled up, her distress evident.

“I was just worried. I didn’t mean any harm. If my presence upsets you, I swear I’ll stay away.”

Jake’s patience was wearing thin. He wanted to get rid of Lacey, but he had to acknowledge she had been diligently caring for Elma. Elma had shown significant improvement under Lacey’s care, suggesting that Lacey’s treatment seemed to be working.

“That’s enough, Lacey,” Jake said, rubbing his temples.

“You can leave now. Don’t come to me unless it’s absolutely necessary.”

Lacey nodded submissively. But as she exited, she subtly pinched her neck, leaving a visible red mark. She then adjusted her dress, lowering the neckline slightly, creating an image that hinted at something suggestive.

Lacey, with a calculated plan in mind, found Kallie. She walked over, her high heels clicking against the floor, her hips swaying provocatively.

“Kallie,” she purred.

Kallie turned, her expression cool and distant.

“What do you want?” she asked, her voice flat.

Lacey offered a saccharine smile.

“Why are you so hostile? You know why I’m here. If you had known it would end like this, why have you bothered in the first place? Don’t get your hopes up, Kallie.”

Lacey’s taunts were starting to get under Kallie’s skin.

“You seem to be mistaken, Lacey. I didn’t force this lunch. Jake wanted it too,” Kallie retorted, her voice low and steady.

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