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.

tradition in the area, passed down through generations, rooted in ancient

year, thanks to the Morgan family’s sponsorship. The festival

new journey on

the festival, the Morgan family was going to hold

like attending that private party. She knew Cara wouldn’t want her or her children’s presence. Luckily, Clayton seemed to have considered

Linsey, Kallie eventually agreed to get dressed up

eagerly took charge of Kallie’s wardrobe and

be your stylist for the day! You are in

when you were sixteen and insisted on showcasing your makeup

me when I got home. He was this close to kicking me out, thinking some weirdo

over-the-top. At that time, Kallie couldn’t speak due to the damage to her throat.

out a dry chuckle, waving her

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