Chapter 705:

Lost in her thoughts, Kallie gently stroked Elma’s hair. “Don’t worry about any of this, sweetheart,” she murmured. “I’m going to step out for a little while.”

Elma watched Kallie leave, a wave of regret and frustration washing over her. She sighed, frustrated with her inability to express herself. Maybe those gossipy servants back at the villa were right. It was her fault for having such a bad temper and never saying anything nice. No wonder nobody liked her. If she were kinder, maybe her mom would actually like her. Maybe she could have a mom like Kallie—kind and gentle.

Lost in thought, Elma drifted off to sleep. She vaguely remembered someone coming into the room before she completely dozed off.

Kallie went for a walk to clear her head before heading back to Elma’s ward. The lights were off, but she noticed a shadowy figure next to Elma’s bed.

Kallie froze. She grabbed a broom by the door, ready to scream for help. But then the figure turned, and she gasped. It was Jake. The air crackled with awkwardness. Kallie felt ridiculous, standing there with a broom as though she was about to fight off an intruder.

Jake saw her reach for the light switch and frantically gestured for her to stay quiet, pointing at Elma, who was fast asleep.

Kallie wasn’t sure if she was imagining things, but Elma looked peaceful, a soft smile on her face, like she was having a nice dream.

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Taking a deep breath to steady herself, Kallie stepped into the room. Her expression was a mix of emotions as she met Jake’s eyes. “Mr. Reeves, is there something I can help you with?” she asked, her voice cool and measured.

Jake’s face was an impassive mask, his emotions carefully concealed. He sat down beside Elma’s bed. “I came to see my daughter,” he stated simply.

His words hung in the air, creating a thick blanket of tension.

Kallie shifted uncomfortably, wishing she could disappear. Just as she was about to take her leave, Jake spoke quietly. “Thank you.”noveldrama

Kallie was initially taken aback, but then she glanced at Elma and understood his gratitude.

Despite his gratitude, Kallie couldn’t hold back her anger. “Instead of thanking me, you should apologize to Calvin. Your wife did something wrong to him.”

“She…” Jake started to explain. He was about to clarify that Cara wasn’t actually his wife, but he stopped himself, realizing it was irrelevant. He massaged his temples, trying to mask his growing frustration and disgust with the situation.

“I’m sorry,” Jake said, his voice tight with suppressed emotion. “Apologies on behalf of Cara. She harmed your son. I hope you can forgive her.”

“Some things are unforgivable,” Kallie stated coldly, turning her back on Jake and moving to Calvin’s bedside.

Kallie pulled the curtain closed, effectively shutting Jake out. A wave of discomfort washed over Jake. Kallie’s anger made him feel strangely nervous.

The room was silent except for the soft rhythm of their breathing.

Kallie pretended to be absorbed in her phone, scrolling without really seeing anything. But out of the corner of her eye, she watched Jake’s every move. Surely, he wasn’t planning to stay the entire night? If he did, Cara would probably show up soon.

And if Cara saw her here with Calvin… Well, who knew what kind of scene Cara would create? But she couldn’t exactly move Calvin now. He was fast asleep.

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