Chapter 1080

Meanwhile, being led away by Jake, Kallie couldn’t shake the image of Lacey’s unpleasant expression. A small knot of worry formed in her chest.

“Is this really fine?” she asked hesitantly.

Jake raised an eyebrow, his expression unreadable.

“Are you worried about her feelings?”

Kallie shook her head firmly. While she and Lacey had no deep-seated hatred, Lacey’s animosity toward her had been blatantly clear. Kallie wasn’t someone to be overly compassionate. Her concern wasn’t about Lacey—it was about Elma.

“Elma’s health is in her hands,” Kallie said, her voice calm yet shadowed with concern.

“What if she lets her resentment fester? She could pretend to treat Elma while plotting something harmful. Jealousy doesn’t follow reason—it can make people reckless.”

Though Kallie’s memory remained a foggy puzzle, she recognized the dangers of envy with an almost instinctual clarity. It wasn’t Lacey’s outward actions that worried her—it was the subtle, hidden moves that could slip under the radar and endanger Elma.

Jake took a breath, initially wanting to dismiss Kallie’s concerns, as he doubted Lacey had the nerve to act out against Elma.

Yet, understanding Kallie’s concerns, Jake softened his tone as he replied, his voice measured and firm, “You’re right to be cautious, but don’t worry. I’ve already begun searching for alternatives. This situation won’t last more than a month. Elma’s health is too important to be left in the hands of someone I can’t count on.”

galnσνels.c○m hosts fresh updates During his years abroad, Jake had relied on Lacey to some extent, trusting her capabilities and presence when needed. But that trust dissolved the moment he understood her feelings for him. He couldn’t keep someone with ulterior motives so close, not when her desires complicated every interaction.

If Lacey’s ambitions had been limited to money or power, Jake could have managed—those were tangible, negotiable. He could have provided those without hesitation. But love? That was something he couldn’t offer. Not to Lacey. Not to any other woman except Kallie. Even if fate refused to align him with Kallie in this lifetime, his heart wouldn’t stray. He wasn’t the kind of man to make promises he couldn’t keep, and Lacey’s unreciprocated longing was a weight he refused to carry.

Someone as emotionally compromised as Lacey could be easily swayed by others, and that risk was something Jake couldn’t afford. If not for Elma’s health being tied to Lacey’s care, he would have dismissed her long ago. If it came to it, even Lacey’s refusal to leave wouldn’t stop him. He would forcibly remove her from his life if it meant safeguarding his daughter—and his peace of mind.

Jake’s team was scouring the globe, searching tirelessly for doctors who could treat Elma’s condition. His conviction was steadfast, and he was confident they would find a solution soon. Jake’s unwavering determination reassured Kallie, easing the knot of worry in her chest. Perhaps it was the bond between them, unspoken yet undeniable, and she found herself instinctively trusting Jake.

Just as they were walking together, something sparked in Kallie’s mind, and she stopped abruptly. Her hesitation didn’t go unnoticed by Jake.

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