Chapter 654:

Jake’s initial reaction was to pull away.

But Cara whispered urgently, “Do you want to make this awkward for Elma? Remember, we are still a family. Do you want others to believe Elma’s parents are unhappy?”

Jake’s forehead veins bulged as he fought the urge to reject Cara’s touch, ultimately deciding to maintain contact.

Elma quietly observed the tension between Cara and Jake. She suddenly felt a wave of guilt wash over her.

She realized that her father seemed to be enduring her mother’s demands because of her. This left her confused and unsure of what to do. She didn’t want to be the reason for her father’s unhappiness.

Soon, the festival was around the corner. Calvin’s ankle finally healed. Both he and Sophie were thrilled about the prospect of attending the local event.

in the area, passed down through generations, rooted

it was made even more extravagant this year, thanks to the Morgan family’s sponsorship.

a new

festival, the Morgan family was going to hold a

knew Cara wouldn’t want her or her children’s presence. Luckily, Clayton

eventually agreed to get dressed up for the

excitement, and she eagerly took charge of

You are in good hands,” Linsey

at Linsey. “Remember when you were sixteen and insisted on showcasing your makeup

was this close to kicking me out, thinking some weirdo had wandered

At that time, Kallie couldn’t speak due to the damage to

out a dry

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