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.

Jake’s face with innocent curiosity, her gaze

under her scrutiny. He cleared his throat and subtly turned his face away, attempting to hide the scar. “Sophie, do you think what’s on my face is ugly? Does

in my kindergarten who got scratched on his hand when he saved a kitten. He told

at her words, softening as he looked at Sophie. Kallie, with a gentle smile, added more food to Sophie’s plate. “Eat well, sweetheart. The stronger you are, the less anyone can push

and strong, and then I’ll

with the quiet clinks of utensils. The silence wasn’t awkward; it was warm and comforting. For the first time in a long while, Jake felt a deep, unexpected sense of warmth

family gathering in years. Before heading to Halstead to take over Jake’s company, Kallie made sure to handle something important. Kallie asked Erhan to arrange a meeting but insisted that her name

room with Kallie that day only heightened her anxiety. She worried that her plans might unravel. However, when Kallie and Mr. Jack publicly confirmed their engagement, Joanna’s nerves settled somewhat. It seemed she

didn’t 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

Ethan. So when Joanna heard that Ethan wanted to take her out to dinner, she agreed immediately, a rare smile gracing her face. It had been so long since Ethan had

arrived at the appointed place, but to her surprise, Ethan wasn’t

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