Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 191:

Families of high stature always placed immense importance on their reputation.

Most of the onlookers assumed Jake maintained his composure since today marked Sarah’s birthday. Their suspicions were swiftly validated.

With an icy tone, Jake declared, “I don’t want to hear any more of those filthy, unfounded rumors about my grandfather. If it happens again, I will pursue legal measures against those spreading these rumors. Don’t hesitate to challenge my resolve. Today, I’ve overlooked this because it’s Sarah’s birthday, and I refuse to ruin it.”

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Upon hearing this, Sarah’s expression immediately softened. Realizing Jake still considered her feelings filled her with pride and warmth, prompting a wide smile across her face.

Sarah approached Jake, gently took his arm, and spoke sweetly. “I’m sorry, Jake. The shock of hearing those accusations made me freeze instead of defending your grandfather. I’m certain Roderick would never engage in such acts. It’s Kallie who has behaved shamelessly and disgustingly.”

Meanwhile, Kallie, restrained by Irene, hadn’t yet recovered, with tears streaming down her cheeks. She wasn’t sad; she was enraged.

Through tear-filled eyes, Kallie gazed at Jake, hoping he would clarify things for her. Others were unaware, but Jake understood the reason why Jerome treated her kindly.

Kallie didn’t anticipate Jake defending her, but she hoped he would at least speak the truth to vindicate Jerome.

Brent had informed Kallie that although Jerome had regained consciousness, his condition was deteriorating rapidly. He might die at any moment.

Kallie couldn’t bear the thought of Jerome leaving under such a cloud of disgrace. He was a good person. The unfairness of it all gnawed at her.

Jake sensed Kallie’s intense gaze. It felt as though his heart was shredded, the pain so intense that he found it hard to breathe. He clenched his fists tightly, battling the overwhelming emotions within.

watched Kallie with a mixture of pride and satisfaction. Her plan was for Jake

Jake and said, “Jake, you and Kallie have known each other since childhood. You know her better than anyone. Perhaps you could clear up

one could hear a pin drop. Everyone awaited Jake’s response,

been free of conflict. Back then, they had shared a solid friendship. Jake was often reserved, yet he always appeared when she needed him most. Situations like this

often struggling to speak up for herself. The influential Reeves family protected her, ensuring

it became common knowledge that Kallie was merely a foster child in

notorious school bully developed a crush on Kallie. He didn’t dare do anything too outrageous, so instead, he chose to pursue her aggressively, making his intentions

Kallie, accusing her of seducing their boyfriend. They forcefully took Kallie to a remote area of the

that crucial moment, Jake

had barely talked at school. Everyone assumed Jake had an aversion to this foster sibling. Thus,

the bully with force. “Do you really think Kallie would ever fall for someone like you?” he

scrambled

was blamed by the bully

Jake had retorted, “Why would I take the word of an outsider over my own

Kallie felt certain Jake would defend her like this again, even if not for her, at least for Jerome and Roderick, longtime companions who held a special

fell on Kallie, seemingly indifferent and detached. His voice was flat, devoid of feeling. “I never got along with her. I don’t know much about her, and frankly, it

of denial was as

buzzing in her ears. She questioned if she might

smile widened, her tone playful yet cutting. “Jake, please consider a girl’s feelings. Being so blunt

surge of heartache. She shot Jake a fierce look and warned, “Just wait until the truth comes out. Kallie won’t be forgiving

from Irene’s hold to confront Jake directly,

held her ground, her glare icy and furious as