?<strong>Chapter 809:</strong>


    From a secluded spot, Lacey watched the spectacle unfold before her eyes.


    She had been invited.


    When Lacey contacted Cody that day, he quickly made her an intriguing proposal: be her exclusive doctor.


    He promised her a hefty monthly sry, in the high thousands, with additional allowances for travel and living expenses.


    The proposal was too advantageous for Lacey to turn down.


    More importantly, Cody’s influence was not to be underestimated.


    She sensed that he might be the key to moving up the socialdder.


    Upon arrival, however, Lacey was struck by the ring social inequalities.


    The elite were celebrating with an extravagant feast.


    Lacey watched as the guests feasted on rare and sulent dishes while engaging in cryptic conversations beyond herprehension.


    The variety of unfamiliar gourmet foods and premium beverages highlighted the depth of luxury.


    Kallie’s presence immediately caught Lacey’s attention.


    Kallie’s understated style, with a light dress and minimal makeup, seemed to further enhance her natural charm, drawing the eyes of others.


    From her hiding ce, Lacey watched Kallie with subtle curiosity.


    Although Lacey was unaware of the details of Sarah and Kallie’s conversation, the sight of Sarah slumping to the floor, ovee with emotion, increased her contempt for Kallie.


    Kallie’s insensitivity was palpable.


    Sarah’s emaciated appearance spoke clearly of her struggles with illness and a difficult life.


    Yet Kallie’s face remained void of empathy.


    It seemed unimaginable that Jake could have feelings for someone like Kallie.


    Perhaps he was blissfully unaware of her true nature.


    After a brief pause, Lacey approached the spot where Sarahy.


    ‘Hi,’ she murmured.


    Eyes full ofpassion, she asked, ‘Are you okay?’


    Sarah, masking her anger and bitterness, looked up at her, feigning frailty, a lone tear hanging from the edge of her eye.


    ‘I’m fine,’ she whispered, hiding the truth behind her words.


    Lacey’s heart went out to Sarah as she helped her to her feet.


    Sarah was rmingly thin, almost light in Lacey’s arms.


    To Lacey, Sarah was truly pitiful.


    Remembering Kallie’s hostile attitude moments before, Lacey hadn’t nned to intervene, but found herself asking, ‘Why does she make your life harder when you’re already suffering like this?’


    ‘Her?’ Sarah’s eyebrows arched, and a glint of intrigue shed in her eyes as she caught the nuance in Lacey’s remark.


    However, that spark of interest quickly disappeared, fading before Lacey could discern it.


    Sarah’s grip tightened on Lacey’s hand, her fingers bony and distinctly prominent as she exerted pressure.


    ‘You know Kallie?’ she asked urgently.


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