Chapter 1224:

The saying “familiar places evoke mixed feelings” resonated deeply with Jake.

Decades seemed to have passed in the blink of an eye.

Now, back here with Kallie, Jake’s emotions were conflicted.

“Why did you choose this place?” Jake asked, his expression filled with conflicting emotions.

At first, Kallie was at a loss for words. She had sought a place of peace, and somehow, this spot had come to her mind.

Clearing her throat, Kallie responded, “There’s no particular reason. It just seemed like a good place.”

Jake raised an eyebrow, skeptical of her explanation.

for him. Despite her possible darker desires, as long

Jake

stood still, watching him approach. Her heart pounded in her chest, yet

to answer any question you ask me honestly, without hiding anything. Otherwise, I wouldn’t dare face my grandfather beyond the grave. He would forever look

never invoked Roderick’s name in oaths. Although

Roderick represented a sacred memory in Jake’s

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vow of her own. Her promise mirrored Jake’s, but it

their steadfast

prepared to voice his questions, bitterness swamped him, daunted by the multitude

“Please, you start.”

a slight nod and dove

harbor any feelings toward Lacey? Platonic or fraternal? Any sentiment would

I once felt indebted to her for saving my life, yet through the years, I believe my actions

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