?<strong>Chapter 1126:</strong>


    What could Jake possibly say to a man so detached from reality? Further conversation would only drive yton deeper into his delusions. Taking a moment, Jake inhaled deeply, seeking calm.


    “Still, give me a moment to think this through. Pressuring me won’t help either of us. You know my temperament.”


    Upon hearing Jake’s proposal, yton swiftly concurred.


    “You’re absolutely correct. You have 24 hours—enough time, wouldn’t you agree? Yet, I must warn you, by this time tomorrow, the effects of Lacey’s poison will have fully manifested. You won’t find any remedy from the local doctors. They’re ill-equipped to handle such a sophisticated poison. And securing a specialist? Twenty-four hours might just be too tight. Still, if you’re willing to risk it, I won’t hinder you. Regardless of your choice, it doesn’t sway my ns. Kallie will return to my side, sooner orter.”


    With a final flick of his wrist, yton ended the call.


    His assistant, eyebrows knitted in worry, nced toward yton.


    “Mr. Morgan, what happens if Jake chooses Kallie over Elma? Wouldn’t that jeopardize our n and cost us an important piece?” The important piece, of course, referred to Lacey.


    yton, with a sly grin, appeared unfazed, his excitement barely contained.


    “Actually, I prefer Jake picks Kallie and lets Elma perish. Kallie’s world revolves around her children, a testament to her maternal instincts. Having observed her all these years, it’s crystal clear. If Jake neglects Elma’s plight, even if Elma survives, the rift it creates between Jake and Kallie will be insurmountable. Their chances of reconciling would dwindle even further. Besides, this scenario presents an excellent opportunity to sow discord between Jake and Kallie’s other two children. If they turn against Jake, my hands are clean of any further meddling. As for Lacey, her fate doesn’t concern me. Whether she lives or dies, my goals remain unaffected.”


    It made sense for yton to push Jake to do this. It was the perfect way to kill two birds with one stone.


    Seeing yton’s calcted cool, the assistant’s face broke into an admiring grin.


    “Mr. Morgan, your strategic depth is truly impressive. With your ingenious nning, we are bound for sess.”


    yton remained silent, but a sudden memory sparked a grave expression on his face as he fixed his gaze intently on his assistant.


    “Have you taken care of everything I instructed?” he asked, his voice carrying a weight of urgency.


    Without missing a beat, the assistant vigorously nodded.


    “Everything’s under control, Mr. Morgan. Our team has secured positions at the hospital without any issues.”


    Drawing no attention, the operation will go off without a hitch,” he assured confidently.


    A shadow of a sinister smile crept across yton’s features, his satisfaction evident.


    “This time, I want both oues secured—Kallie’s heart and Jake’s life.”


    “Understood, sir. I’ll see to it personally,” the assistant replied, nodding decisively.


    Meanwhile, after a restless night at the hospital, Kallie steeled herself emotionally before approaching Jake. She was determined to devise a reason to bring Elma back with her, avoiding further treatments from Lacey’s supposed mentor.


    However, Jake preempted Kallie, his voice filled with warmth and concern.


    “How about we stay here for one more day and head out tomorrow? Would that be okay with you?”


    His eyes shimmered with sincere affection as he spoke, momentarily disarming Kallie. She hesitated, caught off guard by her own lingering disappointment in the man she knew had deceived her. Avoiding his gaze, she whispered softly in agreement, “Alright.”


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