Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 56:

Kallie bowed her head, submitting to the moment in silence. She couldn’t bring herself to explain to Shirley that she had already broached the subject of divorce with Jake, only to be met with his adamant refusal. Kallie knew that even if she had disclosed this, Shirley wouldn’t believe her.

“Do you get it? Please, just nod if you do! Seriously, look at you! Completely useless! How does the Reeves family even cope with a daughter-in-law like you?” Throughout the elevator’s descent, Shirley kept up her relentless critique of Kallie, her tone harsh and unforgiving.

But as soon as the doors opened, Shirley abruptly shifted gears. She smoothed her expression into a controlled, polite smile and greeted the employees in the lobby with a rehearsed charm, embodying the poised matriarch perfectly as she walked out of the company with Kallie.

“Kallie?” Just as they stepped outside, a voice reached Kallie from nearby. She glanced over to see Brent, dressed sharply in a business suit and carrying a briefcase, approaching them.

Kallie quickly waved and flashed a smile, grateful for the interruption. She had informed Hayden about her scheduling conflicts but hadn’t yet communicated to Brent that she couldn’t take on the advisor role for his company.

“Brent!” Shirley’s demeanor transformed, her face brightening with genuine enthusiasm upon spotting Brent.

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in the Hayes family and its designated heir, commanded respect due to his family’s business stature, which rivaled that of the Reeves family. Shirley had always held him in high regard for

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Dixon, Shirley’s niece and Jake’s cousin, had been the subject of Shirley’s matchmaking attempts

afternoon.” Brent politely declined the invitation to dine together and then shifted his attention

about?” Shirley interjected, her surprise evident. She directed

talent for restoring artifacts, so my family is interested in bringing

could she possibly—” Shirley began, instinctively

her capabilities to my grandfather.

grandfather, was a well-respected figure in their circles and had shared a good relationship with Roderick. Shirley not only respected him but also feared his influence. This forced her to bite back any

dynamics, smiled gratefully at Brent and typed a message on her phone. “I have some personal matters to handle right now, so I might not be able to commit to the consulting role.” Kallie carefully avoided mentioning Jake’s

her response, didn’t press the issue further. After pondering for a moment, Brent asked, “When do you think

shook her head, her expression uncertain. Her response was typed down on her phone.

for him. There was a chance Jake might grow weary of the arrangement

consultant position open for you,” Brent stated resolutely. “That’s also my grandpa’s wish. Take

surprise and gratitude at the recognition of her skills, but a sense of foreboding crept in, knowing Shirley was now