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.

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

outlined a small platform for her in the exhibit area where someone was to interview her. Irene was supposed to translate her

after checking every platform, Kallie’s

both students and

so she pulled out

there. But don’t worry, Vice Principal Vernon Perez is on site. Please look for him. I’ll send you

noise in the background of Donovan’s message. She had Irene text back to let him

to spot the vice principal amidst the crowded

became visibly annoyed upon seeing the group approach. He turned his back to them,

him. “Excuse me, are

frowned deeply. “What

please speak to one of our staff members. You don’t appear to be our students. Guests should remain in their designated areas and avoid

explained, “Actually, we are here

Vernon’s demeanor slightly, coaxing a reluctant

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

confusion lingered. “Kallie? That name does ring a bell,” he said

hadn’t really paid attention at that time. He brushed it off, assuming it involved

seemed to jog a bit. “Are you supposed to deliver a speech? Everything’s set for you. Are you ready, or do you need me to find you some appropriate attire?

quiet, though the expressions on Linsey’s and Irene’s faces shifted

low voice, “Is this the arrangement Mr. Collins had in

more could they

silence, stood out more strikingly than any celebrity could. Yet, there she was,

antics, Vernon approached Kallie. “Tell me quickly what

a message, and let a synthesized female voice deliver

obstructive, but then he understood her situation. Despite the onlookers’ curious glances, he

their attention

every eye in the room. Though she told herself to ignore them, her hands

I call Donovan now and ask if this