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.”

slowly, his frustration 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 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

that behind Brent’s polished facade lay a world rife with internal

were not just watching; they were waiting for a chance to see Brent stumble. The Hayes Group was riddled with schemes laid by others, all poised for the

the Hayes family had been thrust upon Brent.

thoughts drifted to Jake. Could he be enduring

Jake was not like Brent. He was a man who harbored grudges and refused to suffer any slights. His tactics

Kallie quickly typed on her phone, “Don’t worry. I’m fine. I’m staying alert and don’t want to add to

to her new office and scanned

floor-to-ceiling windows that offered a

filling her with an unfamiliar sense of empowerment. It was as if she was seizing control

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

motioned for Irene to extend

directed Brent, Brent’s generosity toward her was more than necessary. She

inquired, unable

gesture, expressing her deep appreciation for

a thoughtful nod, and

reached the doorway to Kallie’s office, caught the tail end of their exchange and paused. A fleeting look of

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

there. Jake surely supported

birthday celebration was not rooted in genuine kindness, Jake wouldn’t deny such a

an envelope. It contained

smiling, and signed how ironic it was that she

a hint of sarcasm, commented,

blunder, Irene gave Kallie an apologetic look. “Kallie,