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 to say no. She figured it was just a party and planned to leave after

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

also welcome to attend, if you’d

said nothing, clearly

up. Jake wouldn’t

thought

new tales on

Kallie quoted other commitments as

offered, “I’ll give you

almost burst out

think our current relationship really allows

be outdone, Clayton hurried to catch up, looking eager to

let me

shot Clayton

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

Clayton’s smile briefly faltered.

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