Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 34:

Jake’s distinct aroma filled Kallie’s senses, making her legs tremble as he pressed her more firmly against him. His broad hand ripped through Kallie’s shirt, slipping beneath her bra.

Kallie was upset. What was Jake thinking? She had defied him by visiting the studio after he had explicitly told her not to. She had questioned his intentions and his view of her, and now he was trying to get intimate as if that would solve everything.

Feeling mistreated, Kallie tried to push Jake away with all her might, but it was no use. His hands quickly restrained hers above her head, his voice hauntingly close to her ear. “Be a good girl and do as I say,” he commanded.

Defiance flared in Kallie. Why should she? As Jake leaned in for another kiss, she bit down fiercely.

The taste of blood mingled between their mouths, and Jake groaned, immediately letting her go.

Kallie stepped back quickly, clutching her torn clothes, and eyed Jake like a cornered animal.

“You bit me?” Jake looked at her in disbelief.

Kallie stood her ground, making it clear she refused to comply with his demands. Through sign language, she asked what he really thought of her.

Jake’s expression darkened, his gaze inscrutable, like an abyss she couldn’t fathom.

Needing clarity, Kallie signed, asking if he treated Sarah the same way, wondering if he would ever treat Sarah like this.

Jake’s face hardened, a storm brewing within his eyes.

Expecting the worst, Kallie shut her eyes, bracing for a blow.

Yet, to her astonishment, Jake simply grabbed his jacket and left, his steps quick and resolute.

slammed behind him with a

the window, she saw the taillights of Jake’s black Bentley

It seemed irrelevant now. Her mind was focused on one thing: excelling in

Kallie arrived early at Hayden’s studio, fueled by the reflections of the previous night and a new sense of resolve. She exchanged brief greetings with her colleagues

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were part of the bracelet or added to mislead her. If they were integral to the bracelet, their exact placement eluded her. If

deep in thought, until Gregory

Gregory announced, holding a bag of takeout. He didn’t place it on her cluttered table. “Looks like you forgot to eat.

nearby sofa. She motioned toward the bag, asking how much

it a peace offering for being harsh yesterday. Don’t worry

he had given her

by

her smile

sleek, dark suit, he radiated authority as his cold gaze locked

her feet, her eyes flickering

is on the ground floor,” Gregory

situation at home and immediately recognized Jake. Still, he pretended ignorance, his voice carrying a hint of hostility. He blamed Jake for keeping someone as capable as Kallie confined to their home,

him, his eyes never leaving Kallie as

Kallie moved to intercept

Gregory a piercing look, and followed her into

Jake turned to Kallie. “Do

That

need to work here?” Jake’s tone softened

studio brought her joy—something she hadn’t felt since

wanted to stay. After a while, she signed, reminding him