?<strong>Chapter 798:</strong>


    The thought of running into R and Freya at the banquet was enough to give Kallie a headache. To avoid potentialplications, she decided to leave the children behind at the hotel. It seemed safer that way. yton soon updated Kallie with news. “Kallie, turns out the gang leader is from Avalon. He’s nning to celebrate his birthday back home the day after tomorrow.”


    This news brought Kallie some relief. Being in Avalon, a ce she knew well, would ease her anxieties. With that in mind, Kallie began preparing for their journey back.


    During this time, Edgar reached out, mentioning that he had spotted someone lurking suspiciously near the Reeves Group building. This individual was skilled at evading detection, disappearing every time Edgar deployed someone to track him. His ability to avoid surveince was impressive. Edgar’s unease grew as he anxiously awaited Kallie’s return, knowing it would calm everyone’s nerves.


    Meanwhile, when Jake finally returned to Burmoos, his expression was clouded with concern. Despite his amnesia and being under the Morgan family’s control in recent years, he had managed to umte a respectable amount of money in personal ounts. These ounts were a secret to everyone except him, part of his emergency exit strategy.


    Jake had recently leased a modest courtyard in Burmoos, bringing Jete and Lacey with him. The courtyard offered enough space for the three of them to move around freely.


    As Lacey prepared dinner, she noticed Jake’s discontent and voiced her concern, “Mr. Reeves, is something the matter?”


    Jake shook his head as he surveyed the tableden with dishes, his frown deepening. “Haven’t I asked you to cook for me? You don’t need to serve me like this.”


    ake had made up his mind to include Jete and Lacey on his journey, not just because they had once saved his life, but also due to a quiet warning from Jete.


    Jete had mentioned that if Jake were to leave, the vige bully would likely harass her and Lacey again. This ongoing threat had been one reason why Lacey’s clinic business had been steadily declining. Jake’spassion prompted him to bring them along.


    Despite his considerable wealth, Jake typically kept it under wraps, choosing a modest lifestyle to avoid drawing attention. Under different circumstances, he could have easily surrounded himself with a full staff of servants and guards.


    Lacey froze, a faint blush coloring her cheeks, an uncharacteristic disy for her usuallyposed demeanor. “I hope you don’t mind me saying this, but I’ve noticed you’ve been overworking yourself and skipping meals,” she said gently. “When Ist checked, your stomach wasn’t doing well. It might be wise to watch your diet more closely.”


    Jake showed no interest in sitting down for a meal. “You two enjoy your meal and head to bed early. I’ve got tasks to attend to,” he said briskly before retreating to his room.


    Jete leaned on her hand thoughtfully. “Lacey, I can’t shake the feeling that something’s wrong with himtely. Is he in a mood, or did we do something to upset him?”


    Lacey sighed as she surveyed the carefully prepared dishes, each infused with healing herbs. “Neither,” she replied, understanding the underlying issue. Jake, with his unwavering principles, kept a respectful distance from other women, not wanting to lead them on or create any misunderstandings.


    Lacey was frustrated. When would Jake finally realize she had done everything willingly? She cast a wistful nce at Jake’s closed door, a soft ache settling in her chest. She couldn’t deny it any longer—she had feelings for Jake.


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