Chapter 1196:

Sophie and Calvin had no option but to take Elma and leave.

With them gone, Kallie could no longer suppress her weakness, and tears streamed down her face. She desperately hoped her suspicions were wrong, but she couldn’t think of any other explanation.

By the time Jake received the news, he had already returned to his office. Upon hearing about the explosion at the private retreat, his expression turned grave.

Learning that the explosion had occurred at one of Kallie’s retreats sent Jake into immediate action. He quickly grabbed his suit and made to head out. At the same time, he said to Leo, “We’re heading to the Nixon family’s house straight away. I need to make sure Kallie is alright.”

Leo quickly followed, reassuring him, “Mr. Reeves, there’s no need to worry. Mrs. Reeves is safe. The Nixon Group has already announced they’re looking into the explosion and are taking care of those who were hurt or deceased.”

Jake stopped in his tracks. A wave of relief washed over him, and his expression softened.

“As long as she’s okay.”

conflicted. He still wanted Kallie to be safe, although she had repeatedly tried to kill him, which had prompted

said cautiously, “Mr. Reeves, our priority should be finding out the cause

Jake’s eyes changed.

I’m overstepping my boundaries.

to add more

ordered, “Keep an eye on the situation. Since the Reeves Group and the Nixon Group are

the newest

intentions right away. He replied,

Leo recognized Jake’s stubbornness for what it truly was—a mask for his care for Kallie. It didn’t matter if Jake openly acknowledged it or not. Anyway,

Leo sighed inwardly.

to Leo, Jake discreetly pulled out

saved Kallie’s number. However, he remembered the digits easily. He hovered over the messaging screen for a long

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