Chapter 1046:

Concerned for Elma’s well-being, Kallie had eventually given in and tried to soothe her with food.

Worried that Elma might overreact again, Sophie softened her voice.

“Tell me about your plan, and I might consider it.”

Elma chuckled and murmured her plan into Sophie’s ear.

The concern in Sophie’s eyes dissolved into a blend of amusement and appreciation as she lightly tapped Elma’s forehead.

“Elma, you truly are the cleverest child. Don’t worry, your plan will surely succeed.”

that Elma had suffered a nightmare and was crying

Elma’s room, he queried the servant walking alongside him, “Where’s Lacey? Why

a troubled look, the servant answered, “Elma wouldn’t have it. She insisted on seeing only you and Kallie. She’s refusing her medicine unless you two

were aware of his limited patience, particularly

illness, Elma was usually rational, choosing to express her deeper feelings only in Kallie’s presence, which showed she hadn’t quite warmed up to Jake. This persistence was new for

wasn’t angry but rather felt an unfamiliar stir of emotions. He was frustrated with

well-being was paramount? Yet, what could he do? She

steps with a soft sigh and soon arrived at Elma’s room. Surprisingly, someone had gotten there before him. As Jake neared the door, Elma’s softened cries filtered

Elma. You look like a little lost kitten. Were you scared? It’s okay. Mommy’s here. Are you still frightened? Let me hold you. Your

gentle as she comforted Elma, cradling her on her lap and tenderly patting Elma’s back. Kallie’s comforting

her child. Nestled in Kallie’s warm embrace, Elma felt an authentic need to cry. Though her initial sobs

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