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.”

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 do my best to protect you, but I can’t always be there. If you

that behind Brent’s polished

they were waiting for a chance to see Brent stumble. The Hayes Group

responsibility tied to the Hayes family had been thrust upon Brent. His burdens were clearly

a moment, Kallie’s thoughts drifted to

who harbored grudges and refused to suffer any slights. His tactics were both harsh and direct. She decided it was better to focus

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

new office and scanned it. Brent had picked an excellent

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

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

upon himself to arrange this room for you. He knew your preferences and ensured everything was tailored accordingly. Kallie, I must say,

motioned for Irene to extend her

Brent’s generosity toward her was more than necessary. She viewed him as

Irene inquired, unable

gaze sincere. She continued to gesture, expressing her deep appreciation for Jerome and Brent, despite

nod, and her features

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 nothing, Brent

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

her there. Jake surely

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

entered Kallie’s office clutching an envelope. It contained an

it was that she had just received a message from Jake’s

with a hint of sarcasm, commented, “No

an apologetic look. “Kallie, I didn’t