Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 99:

Kallie’s stomach began to feel uncomfortable. She withdrew from Jake’s grasp and turned toward the bed.

Jake’s gaze lingered on Kallie’s back, his expression growing stormy.

Kallie climbed into bed and drew the blanket over her head. She remained hidden beneath it until the sound of Jake’s departure reached her ears.

A sigh of relief escaped Kallie, mingled with a twinge of sadness. There was nothing she could do about her husband going to see another woman. Worse still, she was expected to pretend everything was alright.

Clutching her stomach, Kallie pondered the possibility of divorce. It seemed like the best solution for both her and their unborn child.

Morning arrived swiftly, and thankfully, Kallie had slept well.

Linsey was cheerful and already waiting at the door when Kallie awoke. Ethan was with Linsey.

Upon Kallie opening the door, Ethan peered inside, his relief palpable at the absence of Jake, the man he loathed.

Linsey took Kallie’s arm. “Come on. Let’s head to the Eastonville University cafeteria. It’s been ages since I graduated. I can barely remember what the food was like.”

Kallie’s mood brightened instantly upon seeing Linsey’s cheerful face.

First thing in the morning, the group of four headed to the cafeteria for breakfast.

The campus was abuzz with activity, as preparations were underway everywhere.

Surrounded by the flurry of movement, Kallie felt slightly overwhelmed. She reminisced about her carefree university days when worries were few and far between.

Time had indeed flown by. Much had changed, and those carefree days seemed as if they belonged to another life altogether.

The group scoured the venue, but Kallie’s designated spot was nowhere to be found.

there a spot for Kallie? Aren’t they expecting her to give a

had clearly outlined a small platform for her in the exhibit area where someone was to interview her. Irene was supposed to translate her sign language so she

checking every platform, Kallie’s

sprang into action, questioning both students and staff, but nobody

she pulled out her phone to get

“Sorry, Kallie, something urgent came up and I can’t be there. But don’t worry, Vice Principal Vernon Perez is on site. Please look

bustling noise in the background of Donovan’s message. She had Irene

they were able to spot the vice principal amidst

stressed and became visibly annoyed upon seeing the group

Linsey quickly moved to intercept him. “Excuse me, are you Vice Principal Mr. Perez?”

frowned deeply. “What do you

Vernon curtly said, “If you need assistance, please speak to one of our staff members. You don’t appear to be our students. Guests should remain

“Actually, we are here by

seemed to soften Vernon’s demeanor slightly, coaxing a reluctant smile from him. “Oh, I see. And who might you

here by Mr. Donovan Collins. Could you direct us to the exhibit?” Irene

confusion lingered. “Kallie? That

indeed invited to the exhibition. Vernon faintly recalled Donovan mentioning something about it, though he hadn’t really paid attention at that time. He brushed it

a speech? Everything’s set for you. Are you ready, or do you need

expressions on Linsey’s and

“Is this the arrangement Mr. Collins had in

more could they possibly

stood out more strikingly

Kallie. “Tell me quickly what you need. I’m swamped and

synthesized female voice deliver it, “Apologies, but speaking is a bit difficult

was being obstructive, but then he understood her situation. Despite the onlookers’ curious glances, he blurted out, “So, you can’t speak? Why would Donovan invite someone who can’t talk? What’s the

turned their

room. Though she told herself

I call Donovan now and ask if