Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 26:

As Kallie caught sight of Sarah, her first impulse was to retreat. She recalled Jake’s earlier words to Sarah, asking her to postpone their conversation until later that night. Now, as night fell and Jake, who had escorted her here, seemed more interested in Sarah, Kallie wondered if this was an attempt to humiliate her.

However, retreating wasn’t an option for Kallie. Jake held her waist tightly, seemingly oblivious to Sarah, casually steering Kallie forward. Before long, Jake and Kallie were surrounded by people greeting him, pushing Sarah out of view.

Kallie couldn’t help but search for Sarah, but Jake gave her waist a sharp pinch, signaling her to focus. She quickly faced forward again.

“Mrs. Reeves, I hadn’t expected you to be so striking. A pleasure to meet you. I’m Frank Ingram. I’ve collaborated with Mr. Reeves for many years.” A gentleman extended his hand in greeting.

Kallie responded with a rushed smile and gestured her greetings.

“My wife is unable to speak due to damage to her vocal cords. Please forgive her,” Jake interjected, explaining on Kallie’s behalf.

“Oh, that’s okay. It’s just a pity, really. She’s quite stunning,” Frank said with a hint of regret, still managing to compliment them. “Mr. Reeves, the love you have for your wife, it’s profound! Staying so dedicated to her is truly commendable!”

Jake let out a laugh, sharing a few light-hearted words in response.

Beside Jake, Kallie mustered a forced smile, her heart tinged with bitterness. She remained at Jake’s side solely because he had not abandoned her.

felt she wouldn’t have been

Sarah, equally pretty, which was

reputable family, and there were even marriage talks involving the Miller and Reeves families. Furthermore,

just vanish. Yet, the next instant, Jake leaned close, his breath tickling her ear as he whispered, “Shall

her eyes wide with disbelief as

no further explanations. He simply grasped Kallie’s hand and guided her

a home at

sunken dance floor where numerous couples floated across the surface

Reeves going to

is mute. Can she

whispered speculations and felt her anxiety spike, her hand growing clammy within Jake’s

will be fine, no matter what,” Jake murmured reassuringly,

not to embarrass Jake. Kallie moved in sync with Jake, her feet finding the rhythm of the music. It

a few faltering steps. Jake, meanwhile, danced with practiced ease, leaving

was jolted back to reality

was Sarah, standing

by Jake’s firm grip. She tried to signal him, but Jake’s tight hold only allowed her to mouth