Chapter 408:

Kallie’s eyes widened in surprise, and she couldn’t help but ask, “Aren’t you concerned about being recognized? Even though we’re in my home, Kallie couldn’t be certain none of the servants would identify Jake.”

Jake’s pale complexion, highlighted by the long-worn mask, made the scar on his face all the more prominent. But the scar didn’t diminish Jake’s handsomeness. If anything, it added a rugged edge to his features.

Jake’s eyes swept the room with a cold, commanding gaze. “You’re the one who hired these people. Kallie, I trust your judgment. You wouldn’t bring anyone here who doesn’t know how to mind their business.”

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The few servants who recognized Jake quickly lowered their heads, avoiding his piercing stare. None dared to look at him again.

however, looked at Jake’s face with innocent curiosity, her gaze lingering on

throat and subtly turned his face away, attempting to hide the scar. “Sophie, do you think what’s on my face is

on his hand when he saved a kitten. He told me it’s his hero mark. So, the mark on

at Sophie. Kallie, with a gentle smile, added more food to Sophie’s plate. “Eat

“Exactly! I’ll grow up big and strong, and then I’ll

The silence wasn’t awkward; it was

hadn’t felt the warmth of a family gathering in years. Before heading to Halstead to take over Jake’s company, Kallie made sure to handle something important. Kallie asked Erhan

Mr. Jack had left the room with Kallie that day only heightened her anxiety. She worried that her plans

confront her afterward, Joanna began to relax, gradually letting the matter slip from her mind. Kallie was powerless against her. With the Martel family standing behind her, Joanna felt untouchable, and no one would dare

to dinner, she agreed immediately, a rare smile gracing her face. It had been so long since Ethan

dressed up thoughtfully and arrived at the appointed place, but to

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