Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 172:

“You don’t recognize her? Or is it my decision that you refuse to acknowledge?” Brent approached, his expression shadowed by anger.

Upon spotting Brent, Ricky promptly straightened up, adopting a sycophantic grin. “Mr. Hayes, I was just joking with her. I meant no harm.”

Irene let out a derisive snort. “Oh, so mocking someone for their inability to speak, labeling them a deaf-mute, that’s your idea of a joke? How come you’re not laughing when I clap back?”

Ricky’s glare intensified, his eyes blazing. “Stop making things up!”

Brent’s voice turned icy as he interjected, “We’re privileged to have Kallie join our team. If you have any grievances, I suggest you discuss them with my grandfather.”

Ricky was quick to dismiss the idea, “Mr. Hayes, I wouldn’t dream of it.”

“Really? You seem quite bold to me,” Brent retorted sharply.

Ricky retreated, flustered. “I need to attend to some work. I’ll start immediately. Mr. Hayes, you know the project can’t run without me. The workload has me on edge. But rest assured, since this is your decision, I’ll fully support it.”

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With that, Ricky turned and dashed away, shouting loudly enough for everyone to hear, “Did everyone catch that? Kallie is a guest of honor. Let’s treat her well. She’s here for business, not hardships.”

His announcement intentionally made Kallie a target of scrutiny.

“Damn that Ricky,” Brent hissed under his breath, his fists clenching with the urge to confront him.

Kallie, sensing Brent’s fury, quickly typed something on her phone and then showed it to him. “Let it go. Many assume I landed this role through connections. It is fine. My skills will speak for themselves. Jerome has been nothing but supportive, and I won’t let him down.”

employee, but it’s all an act. He’s sly and manipulative. If he’s targeting you, it’s a sign that others are also displeased with your arrival. I’ll do my best to protect you, but I can’t always be there. If you ever find yourself in a bind, you have to

She hadn’t fully grasped that behind Brent’s polished

Hayes family were not just watching; they were waiting for a chance to see Brent stumble. The Hayes Group was riddled with

tied to the Hayes family had been thrust upon

drifted to

suffer any slights. His tactics were both harsh and direct. She decided it was better

fine. I’m staying alert and don’t want

office and scanned

boasted floor-to-ceiling windows that offered a

sense of empowerment. It was as if she was seizing control

He knew your preferences and ensured everything was tailored accordingly. Kallie, I must say,

motioned for Irene

brief pause, Kallie signaled her thoughts, indicating that although Jerome had directed Brent, Brent’s generosity toward

Irene inquired, unable

continued to gesture, expressing her deep appreciation for Jerome

gave a thoughtful nod, and her

doorway to Kallie’s office, caught the tail end of their exchange and paused. A fleeting look of complexity crossed his face. His hand, initially on the door handle, hovered momentarily. Then, pretending to have heard

Edgar began to send frequent messages to Kallie. He appeared anxious, concerned

Sarah wanted her there. Jake surely supported Sarah’s decision, as he always seemed

that despite knowing that Sarah’s invitation to her for the birthday celebration was not rooted in

entered Kallie’s office clutching an envelope. It contained an invitation to Sarah’s

phone, smiling, and signed how ironic it was that she

with a hint of sarcasm,

her blunder, Irene gave Kallie an