Chapter 1429:

Jacob sat at home, eagerly awaiting Jessica’s arrival. His heart always held a soft spot for his niece, filled with warmth and care.

Dressed in a cozy gray sweatshirt and pants, he sprawled on the couch, flipping through a medical book. His eyes grew heavy with drowsiness, and a relaxed air surrounded him.

A knock echoed through the house about half an hour later.

Assuming it was Jessica, he rose to answer the door. Before he could peek outside, someone slipped inside like a shadow.

“I used the door this time, so you can’t shoo me away like before,” Lawrence said, his youthful energy now softened with a touch of calm.

“I’m staying put,” Jacob replied, his voice flat and laced with a hint of frost. “Get out.”

“Why are you so stubborn?” Lawrence sighed, thinking this man was impossible to win over.

catch even a hint of this. “If you’re still here, don’t complain when I toss

feigning defeat. “Go on, rough me up if you must. Break

closer, his tall frame casting a heavy

for his chance at

said, staring

chimed in, counting


as

was Jacob still so petty after all

to haul

hand came close, he grabbed his wrist and tugged, pulling

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coming. Off balance, he stumbled and landed right on

split second, their eyes locked. Lawrence’s sparkled with victory.

something?” Jessica froze in the doorway, her mind reeling at the sight. “I’ll just… shut the door and let you two carry on.” She quickly

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