Chapter 1346:

The sight of him—crawling, pathetic, drenched in fear—only made Kallie’s stomach churn. Without another glance, she turned to Jake, tugging at his hand.

“We need to go. Now.” Jake nodded.

They pushed through the door, slipping into the dimly lit hall. Every step was measured, every breath shallow. For a moment, it seemed like they would make it. Then, they reached the entrance. And everything fell apart.

A dozen figures emerged from the shadows, blocking every possible escape route. The bodyguards had been waiting.

Kallie’s breath hitched, her fingers instinctively clutching Jake’s coat. His hand reached back, brushing over hers—a silent reassurance. Then, with quiet conviction, he whispered, “Don’t worry, I’ll get you out of here. No matter what.”

Kallie swallowed, but as she looked at Jake, standing tall, unwavering in the face of danger, something inside her steadied.

“Kallie.” Gracelyn’s voice rang out just then.

walked over, the crowd naturally created a

filled with fury and iciness as she looked

you always think of leaving me?” Her words were cold, pinning the blame on

felt she could finally express her

someone I could trust. I even planned to take you to Burmoos to care for you in

laughter,

along. You and Jake are so close that he’d risk his life to come

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it was you who had fallen that day, I would’ve made sure you

faced the angry

grandson was not suited for the business world. He chose

emotional breakdown, Gracelyn hissed, “Nonsense! My grandson had always been a decent man. Plus, everyone errs now and then. My grandson didn’t

Jake shook his head.

the rest of his life. Moreover, I never wanted him dead. The prospect of facing the consequences of his actions overwhelmed

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