Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 183:

Linsey looked at Irene with a raised eyebrow. “Mr. Hayes went to all that trouble for Kallie? Does he have feelings for her?”

A flicker of confusion crossed Irene’s face, revealing a storm of mixed feelings. “It’s their matter. I can’t say for sure, but Kallie has always thought of Mr. Hayes as nothing more than a brother.”

Linsey nodded in understanding. “That makes sense. Given her current state, she’s likely not interested in any romantic prospects for the time being. It’s fortunate she has us as friends. Relying on a man for her and her child’s future is a gamble.”

Just then, the chopping sound of helicopter blades cut through their conversation.

All heads turned skyward as a helicopter swooped in, scattering a deluge of flower petals in its wake. It was a spectacular petal rain.

Plop! A gift bag, adorned with festive wrapping, descended from the helicopter, tethered to a small parachute. It landed precisely at Sarah’s feet.

Overwhelmed with excitement, Sarah’s cheeks turned a rosy tint as she cast loving glances at Jake beside her.

Sarah cherished such dramatic presentations, barely interested in the contents of the box itself. The grand gesture was what truly mattered. And, most importantly, it came from Jake.

Sarah could already visualize tomorrow’s headlines, heralding her grand birthday celebration that would be the talk of the town. Everyone would see just how much Jake adored her.

Linsey, a bit surprised yet amused, couldn’t help but comment. “When did Jake develop such questionable taste? Look at these flower petals. They’re so tacky and obviously fake, just cheap cloth.”

Irene, stifling a laugh, leaned closer to Linsey. “A few years back, I went to a golden wedding anniversary. They had hired a firm to deck out the venue. It looked just like this—opulent and flashy but frankly, in poor taste.”

Linsey caught on instantly. “Oh, you mean…”

Irene gave Linsey a knowing smile but chose not to elaborate.

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both glanced at

while Jake’s

the

thinks she’s struck gold, not

possibly intentionally, but even amidst all

noticed moments when Kallie seemed unable to completely

was puzzled by Kallie’s continued

feeling of discomfort settled over

a nearby room, accompanied by a woman’s loud curses. The language was harsh, cutting through the

as she raised her voice

discreetly hand Linsey a business card. “Kallie might be in trouble. Sarah’s people could be watching. This is Mr. Hayes’ card. Call him when you get the

on to Irene’s subtle cue instantly, accepting the card and maneuvering her way out through

trailed behind Sarah toward

volume of swearing intensified. It seemed a woman had caught her husband cheating,

desperately trying to defend himself, claiming his drunken state was to blame and that the

“I’m really sorry for this disruption at my gathering.

been encouraging them to spread the rumors, since some already had their phones out,

hand. “Forget it. There’s nothing pleasant to see here. It is indecent. Better not to spread it. Take the guests to the front hall. I’ll take care of

brazen woman wreak havoc on another family, it’s on me. Jake,

Jake’s grip remained

on? Didn’t you tell me today’s my birthday and I call the shots? Or do you know

soft laugh.

finally released her hand, cautioning her once more. “Just be

however, betrayed