Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 136:

Kallie and Jake arrived at the hospital quickly, where the doctor efficiently treated Kallie’s injury.

Though it appeared severe, it was merely a superficial cut, typical for children with limited strength.

Throughout the treatment, Kallie, who dreaded pain, wore a constant frown.

Nearby, Jake waited patiently to discuss any necessary follow-up care with the doctor.

Once the doctor left, Jake walked over to Kallie. He gazed down at her, his dark eyes swirling with a blend of emotions.

“I never thought you’d go to such lengths for the Hayes family, especially for Brent,” he said.

Kallie caught the subtle accusation in his tone but avoided eye contact, signing dismissively that he was mistaken. She explained that Jerome had treated her well, and it was only right that she helped solve the problem.

Jake opened his mouth as though he was about to say something but then chose silence.

An awkward quiet settled between them for a moment.

Gradually, Kallie began to feel the pain in her leg subside. She stood up, turning to Jake with a nod of gratitude. She gestured her thanks for his intervention and timely help, though she remained oblivious to the reason behind it.

Then, Kallie pointed at the door, signing that she was leaving now.

Just as Kallie started to leave, Jake reached out, stopping her with a hand on her shoulder. His voice carried a complex mix of feelings as he spoke, “Kallie, this is my last chance for you. Don’t you have anything to say to me?”

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Kallie turned to face him, a whirlwind of emotions churning inside her. She felt they had nothing more to say.

hesitating whether to stay by Jake’s side a bit longer. Maybe, with time, she could find a place

While she could afford to wait, her

knew more hardship lay ahead. If she stayed by his side, she would only be a clinging vine, her and her child’s fates hanging solely on Jake’s mercy. She didn’t

firmly that she didn’t want to receive an invitation if he and Sarah got married in the

nodded briefly and responded with detachment, “Well, if that’s your decision, we might as well expedite things. Let’s finalize the divorce quickly. I expect to see you at city hall tomorrow at two in the afternoon. Please be

walked away, his expression somber. It was an odd sensation. She had long anticipated this day. Yet, instead of relief, she was engulfed by a sense of loss. It was as if

stronger. She rushed to the

back to his car, an air of bitterness

Jake was getting in. He peered past Jake, noticing the absence of

slam of the car door, Jake’s

asked, “What about Mrs. Reeves? Shouldn’t

stern glance. “I’ve told you repeatedly. Stop referring to her like that. She’s just Kallie now, nothing more. Her

quickly acknowledged with a nod and turned

“Mr. Reeves, where

a sly grin spread across his face.

“Not well, per

nod.

the command and opened his mouth to protest,

the

knew the rift between you and Jake was deepening. Reaching out for help must have been difficult. My grandpa always told me not to bother you when he had

the screen,

reassurance and texted him her reply, “You’ve been such a great help, and it’s the least I can do. Even if you had chosen not to tell me, I would have found out somehow. I’d feel restless if I didn’t repay this favor. After all, I see Jerome as my own grandfather. Right now, it’s crucial that he focuses on his recovery. Please, don’t mention any of this

free today? I’d love to take you

pondering for a moment, Kallie accepted. She was eager to discuss her situation at the

child needed a safer, more stable place to thrive. Once things settled down, she

a time and place for the

then visited the hospital for