Chapter 652:

Behind Clayton, Elma peeked out and asserted, “I can look after myself. Thank you.”

Kallie was familiar with Elma’s fiery spirit and laughed it off without taking offense.

Clayton observed their playful exchange, yet felt a growing unease. He then told Elma, “Why don’t you spend some time with the bodyguards? I need to talk to Kallie.”

Elma agreed with a simple “Got it,” and hurried off, casting a lingering glance at Kallie.

Elma always seemed hesitant to leave Kallie’s side, which struck Kallie as odd.

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earnestly, “I must express my gratitude again. Without your

saying, “It’s nothing significant, Mr. Morgan. Surely, you have more pressing matters

smile, remarked, “It seems you can see

concerned, inquired,

struggling to articulate, “I hope you can keep your

stared

Kallie’s eyes. He explained, “You know Elma’s mother, Cara, had challenges before. Despite not being an ideal parent, she’s

haven’t gone unnoticed and tend to unsettle Cara. I know you mean well, but it agitates her. Every time you’re near Elma, it triggers a crisis for Cara. Elma is too young and headstrong to grasp these issues, and it only exacerbates

hidden motives and merely found Elma endearing. Honestly, she was perplexed by Cara’s attitude toward Elma. Though she understood it wasn’t her place

against it. She remained thankful to both Cara and Clayton. Back when she delivered the twins, Clayton risked his life to move her to safety, leaving Cara unattended, who accidentally fell

eyes grew dim. “I’m sorry. I didn’t expect it to affect

her, “This isn’t your fault. I struggle to deal with Cara, which is why I came to talk. Actually,

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