Chapter 1025:

From the corner of his vision, Jake spotted Elma and Sophie standing by the pool’s edge, their curious gazes locked on them as they watched.

Jake’s ears flushed red, anger and resignation crossing his expression. Was Kallie putting on an act in front of him? But with the kids watching, it felt inappropriate.

Despite his irritation, Jake held Kallie tightly, ensuring she didn’t lose her balance. He couldn’t bring himself to push her away. Clearing his throat awkwardly, Jake turned his back to Elma and Sophie and said, “It’s getting late. If you’re done, change and head back. Don’t catch a cold.”

Though Elma couldn’t quite make sense of Jake’s and Kallie’s actions, she was just delighted to see her parents together. She winked at Sophie as if to say, “See? Our parents are getting along again.”

Sophie couldn’t suppress a smile and quickly replied, “Got it.” Grabbing Elma’s hand, Sophie chirped, “Come on. Let’s go.”

exhaled sharply and said to Kallie, “They’re gone. You can stop pretending

finally eased, the pain slowly subsiding. At Jake’s words, she blinked up at him, confusion clouding

“Huh?”

hadn’t seen Kallie like this for ages, and he

children, Kallie

had always carried herself with a mature and aloof demeanor, which made

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cheeks.

She appeared lost in thought, as if Jake’s words hadn’t fully

Kallie’s waist instinctively tightened. Kallie let out a soft moan, not out

only one whose composure was slipping away. Locked in Jake’s arms, Kallie shared the sentiment. After

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