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?

her in the exhibit area where someone was to interview her. Irene was supposed to translate her sign language so she could address any questions the students

platform, Kallie’s spot was still

questioning both students and staff, but nobody seemed to have any

couldn’t locate Donovan, so she pulled out her phone to

up and I can’t be there. But don’t worry,

of Donovan’s message. She had Irene

photo Donovan sent, they were able to spot

upon seeing the group approach. He

Linsey quickly moved to intercept him. “Excuse me, are

frowned deeply. “What

staff members. You

remained calm and explained, “Actually,

a reluctant smile from him. “Oh, I

Could you direct us to the exhibit?” Irene chimed

a flicker of recognition, but confusion lingered. “Kallie? That name does ring a bell,”

to the exhibition. Vernon faintly recalled Donovan mentioning something about it, though he hadn’t really paid attention at that time. He brushed it off, assuming it involved just another attractive person positioned to enhance the scenery, and consequently, he forgot what Donovan had told

set for you. Are you ready, or do you need me to find you some appropriate attire? Well, either way, suit

quiet, though the expressions on

“Is this the arrangement

could they

gaze then fell on Kallie, who, despite her silence, stood out more strikingly than any

Irene’s antics, Vernon approached Kallie. “Tell me quickly what you

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

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

their attention toward

the piercing gaze of every eye in the room. Though she told herself to ignore them, her hands balled into

I call Donovan now and ask if this is how you