Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 28:

Kallie stood amidst the confusion, her hands trembling slightly as she clutched an empty wine glass. Her mind raced for an explanation that might dissipate the thick tension around her. Yet, she could only manage a helpless shake of her head while the piercing stares of the guests felt like needles against her skin.

Jake moved through the crowd with purpose, his presence commanding yet protective. As he neared, he smoothly removed his jacket and placed it around Sarah’s shoulders, a simple gesture that spoke volumes.

Kallie’s eyes followed Jake, filled with sorrow and a desperate hope that he might understand her situation.

But Jake’s face was a mask of cold indifference when locking eyes with Kallie. He spared her only a brief, dismissive glance before his attention fully turned to Sarah.

“How are you holding up?” His voice was thick with concern.

Sarah clutched at him dramatically. “My ankle’s all twisted up, I’m soaking wet, and just miserable. I can’t seem to stand on my own…”

The guests encircled them, a hush falling over the room. Murmurs, however, were not so easily contained. Kallie, standing isolated within the throng, caught snippets of their whispers.

“She’s the legitimate wife, sure enough. Don’t underestimate her because she’s mute. The schemes she concocts…”

“Mr. Reeves really has it all, a stunning mute wife at home and a mistress to charm society on his behalf.”

“And what a tragedy they are to each other. Really, with everything they have, why stew in jealousy?”

These fragmented conversations wounded Kallie deeply. She longed to defend herself, to tell her side of the story. She wasn’t the jealous spouse they portrayed her as. She had even suggested divorce to Jake.

But Jake had flatly refused to let her go, and it was Sarah who had woven this web of deceit around her. Yet, why was she painted as the villain in their tale?

Jake’s gaze met Kallie’s, a storm of unspoken words passing between them. Then, wordlessly, he turned away from her and lifted Sarah into his arms, his decision clear in his avoidance of Kallie’s plea.

carried Sarah away. As Sarah nestled into

Jake’s embrace. But Kallie caught the true glint in Sarah’s eye, a smug

Sarah disappearing into the crowd, Kallie felt an overwhelming urge to escape the suffocating atmosphere of the party. The guests’ stares were curious, some even piercing, yet none

night air. Freedom never felt so palpable. Outside, Kallie inhaled deeply, the fresh air washing

now he had left

a black Mercedes glided to a smooth stop in front of her. The

why are you just standing here

smile. “Where are you headed?

a small, thankful smile, Kallie slid into the car. Relief washed over her. Meeting Ethan was fortuitous. Otherwise, she wasn’t sure how she would have managed to

seat, Ethan sensed her curiosity as Kallie pulled out her phone and

early. I was just hanging around chatting with some folks. Figured I might as well drive

party with Jake in a group chat. The chatter about Jake’s wife making a rare public appearance was quite a sensation.

simple, sincere “Thank you,”

language,” Ethan said to Kallie with an enthusiastic smile. “I’m picking it up pretty quickly. Soon you

basic signs, looking to Kallie for

lit up with a genuine smile as she nodded in approval. Ethan’s heart skipped a beat at her smile. He

her and Jake’s villa

shared with Jake. Despite his frequent absences, she had never spent a night away from their home. She was determined to uphold her role, even if Jake

eyes as he put the car in gear. The ride was quiet, and soon, the sleek black Mercedes pulled up in

butler emerged, a mix of surprise and relief on his

just gathering her things to thank Ethan and dismiss him when he

aback by his unexpected move, Kallie

another woman, abandoning her there.” Ethan’s voice held an edge of accusation as he confronted the butler, his words sharp with

standing beside the car, felt a rush of surprise and confusion. It became clear that Ethan