Chapter 1047:

“No. I just wonder why my daddy hasn’t come to see me. Does he not like me? Does he not want to see me?”

Kallie considered this carefully before responding.

“Perhaps your daddy needs to rest. He has a busy day at the office tomorrow.”

Elma murmured, “That’s not true. He just doesn’t want to see me.”

As Elma’s words hung in the air, a shadow loomed suddenly over her.

Jake glanced at Elma, who sat pouting and grumbling, her arms crossed in defiance. He felt a mix of amusement and exasperation bubbling up inside him. For the past few days, he’d spent nearly every moment with her, giving her his full attention. He probably wouldn’t have left her side if it weren’t for his commitments.

Jake wasn’t exactly known for his patience, but somehow, Elma had managed to bring it out of him. Yet now, with Kallie back in the picture, he suddenly found himself being labeled as the neglectful father. The accusation felt painfully unjust.

that,” Jake said through gritted teeth,

burying her face against her chest

see that? Dad’s so mean to

but her stern expression faltered the moment their eyes met. The tension between them grew palpable, filling the room with an

glare softened, and her anger dissipated.

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true, Elma. Don’t say

into Kallie’s embrace, though she reached out

want a

leaning slightly toward Elma. But with Elma sprawled across Kallie’s arms,

well and tried to shift Elma’s

first, sweetheart. It’ll be easier

it. She shook her head vehemently, her curls

you two at the same

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