Chapter 1124

Chapter 1124:

Other fragments of memories surfaced, each capturing moments shared between Jake and Lacey, deepening Kallie’s sense of sorrow.

Tons of questions popped into Kallie’s mind. How had she managed to let such vital memories slip away? What motives did Jake now harbor? Had his feelings for her truly faded? Why then did he keep her close?

Turmoil churned within Kallie’s thoughts. She hastily retrieved her phone to contact Calvin, opting against calling Sophie, recalling her frequent stays at the Reeves family.

Concerned that Jake might monitor her communication with Sophie, Kallie deemed it safer to reach out to Calvin.

Calvin picked up promptly, his voice laden with hope, mistakenly assuming Kallie’s call pertained to Elma’s health. He quickly inquired, “Mom, is there any progress with Elma’s treatment?” Kallie’s heart twinged with bitter sadness upon hearing his worry for Elma. In a hushed tone, she admitted, “No, and it seems increasingly likely that our journey here seeking medical help was futile. I’m so sorry, Calvin. I’ve failed in my duties, exposing you to danger.”

caught Calvin off guard, rendering him nearly

her silence with shades of deep sadness and clear disappointment. Calvin picked up on it immediately, his concern sharpening his voice

done. There’s no need to fear. Just let me know, and I’ll

intended for Calvin

hastily, her words quick

come. Right now, it’s critical we alert Sophie and urge her to make her way back to the safety of the Nixon family villa alongside you. It’s far too risky to

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flicker of suspicion within him. He reluctantly agreed to her wishes but couldn’t

ease my concerns, you owe me an explanation. What’s been happening with you and Jake? Or have you uncovered some troubling secrets? I might

earnest and filled with a child’s plea for openness, caused Kallie’s resolve to falter. It wasn’t a lack of trust that silenced

secrets was pointless—he would uncover the truth himself. With a resigned sigh, she decided transparency was the only path forward. Gathering her courage, she breathed deeply

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