Chapter 214 Such A Risk
Ss spoke at length, but seeing that Kallum remained unmoved, he couldn’t help but let out a long sigh. “Kallum, I understand that whatever you do, you always have a <b>n</b><b>. </b>However, in times like these, it’s better to be safe than sorry. With so many eyes on our family, how could you take such a risk?”
Seeing the white hairs at Ss‘ temples, Kallum realized that he might have crossed the line. Unable to help himself, he patiently tried to calm things down. “Don’t worry. When I returned, I had already reached an agreement with Nevis Bushwick. From now on, I can freelye and go from Corleon without taking any risks.”
Upon seeing that Ss still disagreed, Kallum furrowed his brows. “My life was saved by Callie. If anything happens to her, I won’t be able to live. Therefore, I need to keep her close to feel at peace. Let’s not discuss this anymore. I won’t change my mind.<b>”</b>
Seeing his resolute attitude. Ss resignedly skipped over the topic. “By the way, you know about Sterling hosting a banquet in Horington, right? Over the past year, you’ve been constantly antagonizing the Wolford family. There’s a chance they might being to seek revenge on you.”
Ss didn’t hold absolute power, so he knew very little about what Kallum had done. The fact that Callista had made a big profit in Corleon was only known to his trusted aides. As for Sterling, perhaps seeing that they had already handled the supplies and destroyed the evidence, telling the truth would not have any corroboration and would only stir up trouble for himself. Therefore, he didn’t spread rumors after returning to his home country.
Kallum said, “I’ll handle that matter myself. Since Sterling wants to y dirty, we can release the evidence. we have. If he dared to coborate with Uriah, he should be prepared for his reputation to be ruined.”
Only then did Ss feel at ease. “All right, I’ll stay out of this matter then.”
As he spoke, a shadow passed over his eyes. “Take good care of yourself. I can tell that there seems to be something wrong with your health.”
Kallum was taken aback, not expecting to be discovered so quickly.
After contracting the disease, he was originally expected to live for only a month at most. The damage inflicted by the K Virus on the human body was devastating. Even though Callista managed to save his life, the K Virus wouldn’t just let him off. Instead, it would only get worse.
Callista had mentioned before that, despite daily exercise, medication, and treatments, his health was still. deteriorating. That was evident in his muscle atrophy and weakened immunity, among other symptoms. Unless the virus was defeated, there was no way to prevent that.
He might be disabled in the future, but what was truly terrifying was the potential for his skin to be inmed and decay. Eventually, it might get to the point where <b>a </b>single drop of rainnding <b>on </b>him would feel as painful as being shot. In the end, when all sensation of pain had disappeared, he would be living like a walking corpse.
Thus, Kallum was well–prepared for the changes in his own body.
In front of Callista, he had always <b>maintained </b><b>an </b>air of normalcy. In reality, every stride he took felt as if his leg muscles were on the verge of tearing apart and his bones were <b>being </b>ground down by a knife. Each
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Chapter 214 Such A Risk
However, in the presence of others, Kallum either refrained from walking or didn’t bother to conceal it excessively, <b>so </b>Ss noticed.
Kallum’s expression remained unchanged. “The changes in my body are normal and unavoidable unless the virus is defeated.”
He looked at Ss with a serious expression. “So, there’s no need to let Callie know about this. It <b>would </b><b>just </b>add unnecessary stress for her.”
Is he worried about her stress or that she would be concerned? Ss didn’t voice his thoughts, but it was evident to him <b>that </b>his <b>son </b>was deeply in love. It was as if every time Kallum went to find her, he <b>was </b>ready to fight against the Wolford family till the end. Even though every attempt was challenging and thankless, he undertook them willingly.
Indeed, thanks to Callista, Kallum’s life had been extended. Ss and the others had no choice but to ce all their hopes on her, wishing she could truly seed.
The following days passed by rather peacefully.
During that time, Callista had a meeting with Benedict.
Benedict was vastly different from his past self. Initially, with the unconditional support of the Fairchild family, he was somewhat cautious but gradually grew morecent. Despite his naturally non- confrontational nature, even when he got carried away, it merely manifested in boasting. He never dared to do anything excessive.
However, Yelena was <b>a </b>drastically different person from a year ago. Given Callista’s high status and prominence, <b>even </b>if she harbored deep resentment, she couldn’t express it. In this past year, she had been behaving subserviently, which ironically led to Benedict sleeping with her a few more times.
Upon hearing <b>Callista’s </b>words, Benedict responded with a hint of perplexity, “The Wolford family? Sterling did send me a message, but something about it seemed off. I don’t even know him, so I decided. not to pursue that connection.”
Callista found her father quite amusing. Even though he was confident, he remained as he always had been, avoiding the limelight. He would still dodge influential figures whenever he could.
“Indeed, it’s best if you stay away because I have <b>a </b>grudge against Sterling. Of course, the Fairchild family <b>is </b><b>shielding </b>me now, so you’re not directly in the line of fire. However, you should still be cautious<b>,</b>” <b>said </b>Callista.
“What? You have a grudge with Sterling?” Benedict frowned. “Everyone says the Wolford family is vindictive, you…”
“No worries, because I’m also vindictive.” Suddenly, Callistaughed.
Sitting on the couch, she was almost unrecognizable from the timid girl she once was.
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