Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 174:

Shirley moderated her voice, though her expression remained frosty. “But now Jake’s relationship with Kallie is strained, and he’s still not treating me well.”

Sarah quickly pointed the finger at Kallie. “Such hostility doesn’t just vanish overnight. But don’t worry. Jake and I have become close. He respects my opinion. I’ll talk to him, and he’ll come to apologize to you.”

As Sarah spoke, Shirley’s face softened, and she grasped Sarah’s hand, her smile reflecting satisfaction. “You know, I’ve always seen you as the perfect daughter-in-law. You’re not only beautiful but also wise—far superior to that silent woman.”

A blush crept up Sarah’s cheeks. “Jake and I aren’t even married yet.”

Shirley gave a dismissive snort. “I have no idea what schemes that silent woman has concocted to prevent Jake from divorcing her. But ultimately, I’m his mother, and I’ll find a solution. Sarah, stay close to Jake. Once I handle this matter, I’m planning your wedding for next month.”

Sarah’s face brightened with delight, her hand flying to her mouth in astonishment. “That’s incredible, Shirley! Thank you!”

Shirley chuckled softly. “Don’t be so polite with me—we will be a family soon.”

Nearby, Melinda seethed with envy as she watched their warm interaction.

Dean’s expression grew darker, and he abruptly sprang to his feet.

His sudden outburst took Melinda by surprise.

Fortunately, Shirley hadn’t noticed Dean. Melinda quickly followed Dean out.

“What are you doing? Are you trying to embarrass us?” Melinda voiced her displeasure.

Dean was livid. “You’re still concerned about your worthless reputation. You’ve been plotting to pair Sarah with Jake, haven’t you?”

few assets for Kallie, and though your mom has claimed a portion, some remain with her. Once she’s out of the

his agitation evident, leaving

past your trivial concerns? Roderick favored Jake during his lifetime. But Roderick knew if he left all the Reeves family assets to Jake, it would cause an uproar. So, he set a condition. The heir to the Reeves fortune would be the one who has his eldest

Even though you’ve been useless and haven’t produced a son, it bought me some time to strategize. But now, you hasten to have Jake divorce Kallie and set him up with Sarah. Given that both of them are young and healthy, what will we

it first

ears, leaving her head

especially not under my watch. She’s carrying my child now. You’ve become a burden, always causing

harsh words, Dean

She questioned whether she was cursed, or if it

that Dean and Shirley had been eyeing this backup plan since learning of her infertility after she gave birth

had probably been unfaithful for

only deepened Melinda’s resolve. Kallie and Jake could not reconcile. Unbeknownst to Dean, Kallie was expecting. And if the

unable to entertain the

found herself locked in the room, she made a

has lost it! He can’t differentiate right from wrong anymore. He’s actually fallen for Sarah’s

the truth didn’t matter at this

you locked up there? Do I need

at her birthday party. If she didn’t show up, Sarah would have nobody to

likely drive her to find a way to

Kallie was indeed right.

the doorway of Jake’s study, cradling a bowl of soup. She whispered, “Jake, are you

space beyond the

couple of things to say, and then I’ll leave you be. Or do

creaked open. Jake appeared, dressed casually in a crisp shirt

met Sarah’s, sending a thrill through