Chapter 1216:

Since that day, Jake had looked into the incident where Clayton had heroically shielded Kallie from a knife attack. It was true, but there were many questionable aspects to the situation.

Jake had his suspicions about Clayton right away, but too much time had passed, making any investigation now difficult.

Jake knew there was no need to hurry, as his priority was to sort things out with Kallie.

True to form, Clayton, looking both wronged and helpless, responded, “Mr. Reeves, you’re free to believe what you like. I’ve said my piece. Besides, what matters is Kallie’s trust in me.” He then gave Kallie a tender look.

As Jake had expected, Kallie changed the subject.

“You came to see me. Is there something you need?”

Clayton nodded.

“Tomorrow is my birthday party. I’d love for you to come. It’s okay if you’re busy and can’t make it, though.” After his invitation, Clayton coughed again.

decline the invitation. After all, it was rare for Clayton to throw birthday parties. She still felt indebted to him, making it hard

agreed to come, Clayton’s smile widened even more. He then turned to

also welcome to attend, if you’d

but said nothing, clearly not

would show up. Jake wouldn’t grant him any chance to

Jake thought

new tales on

time and place, Kallie quoted other commitments as an excuse to

give you a lift

out into

our current relationship really allows

to catch up, looking eager to

let me take you

Clayton a

to grieve Brysen? You just got here and already you’re leaving. It seems your visit

Clayton’s smile briefly faltered.

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