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.

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

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

hear

their childhood had been free of conflict. Back then, they had shared a solid friendship. Jake was often reserved, yet he always appeared when she needed

into beauty. She was timid, though, often struggling to speak up for herself. The influential Reeves family protected

Kallie was merely a foster child

school bully developed a crush on Kallie. He didn’t dare do anything too outrageous, so

girls who were charmed by the bully confronted Kallie, accusing her of seducing their boyfriend. They forcefully took Kallie to a remote area of the school to confront her

that crucial moment,

had an aversion to this foster sibling. Thus, it came as a surprise

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

scrambled for

speak for herself, Kallie was blamed by the bully for seducing him, while he claimed

Jake had retorted, “Why would I take the word of an

even if not for her, at

eyes fell on Kallie, seemingly indifferent and detached. His voice was flat, devoid of feeling. “I never got along with her. I

lack of denial was as good as an

felt a buzzing in her ears. She questioned if she

playful yet cutting. “Jake, please consider a girl’s feelings.

look and warned, “Just wait until the truth

hold to confront

to stop her, but Kallie held her ground, her glare icy and furious as