Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 36:

“It’s quite a challenge to repair it to this point,” Jerome remarked, a hint of disappointment in his voice as he examined the notches on the bracelet.

“I remember seeing this bracelet in pieces. Even restoring it partially was no small feat.”

Kallie’s heart raced. She wanted to explain what had really happened.

“Grandpa, the restorer assured me it was flawlessly repaired and fit for wear. How could it have broken again? She must have deceived me!” Stella’s voice cut through the air, laced with feigned frustration.

“Is that so?” Jerome asked, his curiosity piqued. “Which restorer did you use?”

“I’ll call her right now,” Stella declared, pulling out her phone with determination.

Kallie’s stomach churned with unease, sensing what was about to unfold. Sure enough, her phone suddenly rang. She rarely received calls, especially from unknown numbers, and she had forgotten to silence her phone. The ringing instantly drew the attention of everyone present.

“So, you’re here!” Stella exclaimed, pointing directly at Kallie.

As Kallie’s phone rang, the guests, who had initially thought it was a coincidence, now looked at her with growing interest. Earlier, she had already piqued curiosity by arriving with Jake. Now, her sudden involvement with the Hayes family’s antique restoration added another layer of intrigue.

“I remember the Reeves family’s adopted daughter used to dabble in these things as a child. I never imagined she’d pursue it as a profession,” one guest whispered, setting off murmurs of agreement.

for her, or has she

continued, speculation swirling

stood up politely but with a hint of curiosity.

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trying to diffuse the situation. “My wife is passionate about restoration. However, since there seems to be an

paid five hundred thousand for the repairs!” Stella interjected

sent a

hundred thousand for

Reeves might be exploiting her reputation

restoration work was just a hobby. Who

possible Mrs. Reeves deceived her for half a

comment cut deep, reminding Kallie of the doubts and suspicions swirling around

her behalf. It wasn’t her fault, though. Stella had set her up, just as she

all. What do you mean by compensation? Consider this half a million my gift to Mrs. Reeves,” he said, waving his hand dismissively, signaling Stella to put

was her only chance, Kallie gathered her courage and stepped forward, positioning herself

Jerome regarded her with a mixture of puzzlement and intrigue. Jake leaned in, whispering sharply, “The matter is

She added that she was more than willing

clear her name, Kallie felt a surge