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.”

simmering. “Ricky has been with the company for years and knows the ropes. Since I took over the Hayes Group, there’s been a fair share of pushback, and Ricky’s not shy about where he stands. He might play the loyal employee, but it’s all an

overwhelmed by a wave of emotions. She hadn’t fully grasped that behind Brent’s polished facade lay a world

Brent stumble. The Hayes

Hayes family had

moment, Kallie’s thoughts drifted to Jake.

He was a man who harbored grudges and refused to suffer any slights. His tactics were both harsh and direct.

Brent, Kallie quickly typed on her phone, “Don’t worry. I’m fine.

scanned it. Brent had

office boasted floor-to-ceiling windows that offered a panoramic view of the landscape

of empowerment. It

room for you. He knew your preferences and ensured everything was tailored accordingly. Kallie, I must say, I’ve never

for

pause, Kallie signaled her thoughts, indicating that although Jerome had directed Brent, Brent’s generosity toward her was more than necessary. She viewed him as

as a brother?” Irene inquired, unable to

continued to gesture, expressing her deep appreciation

gave a thoughtful nod,

of complexity crossed his face. His hand,

frequent messages to Kallie.

because Sarah wanted her there. Jake surely supported Sarah’s decision, as

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

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

signed how ironic it

sarcasm, commented, “No

gave Kallie an apologetic look. “Kallie, I