Chapter 1279

Nevertheless, Kathryn found this particular coldness from Jessica not at all bothersome. Taking a deep breath, Kathryn stated, "I won't be going."

"Kathryn, I just hope you're okay. You're the only one who is doing well by my side," Jessica's voice carried a tone of resignation.

Tears welled up in Kathryn's eyes upon hearing Jessica's words. "You don't have to worry about me. Actually, I—"

"Talk to you later. I've got something else to do." Jessica abruptly hung up, perhaps anticipating what Kathryn was about to say.

Kathryn could hardly breathe when she heard the disconnected tone. She recollected what Jessica had told her before.

Jessica had emphasized that she and Kelly were the most important people in her life. Discovering the identity of Kelly's father and her own mother wouldn't alter the fact that Kathryn and Kelly held that paramount place.

That explained Jessica's reluctance to involve Kathryn in Byron's affairs; she was content and reassured by Kathryn's current well