Chapter 1079

Jacob spoke in the quietest voice. "Yes, she's fine. I just came back from a work trip, and she woke up for a bit. Now she's sleeping again." Laura asked, "Has she been eating and resting well?" "Yes. The maids and I are taking care of her, so don't worry." In Laura's eyes, Jacob was the best son-in-law. She felt relieved after hearing his reply. "Okay then. I'm glad you're there for her." "It's what I should do," he replied calmly. "Okay. I'll visit her in a few days. I don't want her to worry about what's happening with Yancey Bank." "Sure," Jacob agreed. After Laura hung up, Jacob put his phone down and went to his study. He wasn't tired, so he stood in front of his bookshelf, intending to pick a book to read. His hand moved toward a particular book, almost on instinct. Something about it triggered a memory. When he pulled the book down and opened it, a photograph slipped out from between the pages. Jacob stared at the photo for a few seconds before picking it up. It was a