Chapter 1403:

Seeing the mischievous glint in his eyes, Kallie stiffened, ready to make a run for it.

But Jake was one step ahead, swiftly flipping her onto the bed.

Eventually, at Kallie’s insistent urging, Jake relented and made love to her until late into the night. Afterward, he dutifully massaged Kallie’s sore waist.

Jake proved to be a surprisingly skilled masseur, his touch soothing Kallie into a deep slumber.

When Kallie awoke the next morning, Jake had already departed. Kallie was tempted to linger in bed, but the weight of the day’s responsibilities spurred her into action.

After considerable effort, Kallie finally located Jeanette.

Jeanette had retreated to the small house where she and Lacey had initially resided upon their arrival in Burmoos.

city’s periphery, but the house itself was well-maintained and far

the door gave Jeanette pause.

on her doorstep, Jeanette was momentarily stunned,

caught Kallie

possibly even younger, yet she projected an air of unexpected maturity. The youthful innocence that had once sparkled in her eyes had been extinguished, replaced by a world-weariness that belied her tender years. Her once-youthful frame had noticeably thinned. She had lost a

“Please, don’t cry, and don’t be afraid. I’m not here to cause any trouble. I simply wanted to have a proper conversation with

vehemently. “No, no, that’s not it

aside,

briefly before finally stepping

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inquiring about her well-being, pointedly

cut to the chase. “You know well that if you return to beg for Lacey, it won’t work, and you’ll pay the price. So, I’m guessing you did not return for

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