Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 224:

“I never would have guessed you shared such similar interests with her,” Jake remarked.

Ewing’s curiosity piqued. “Really? What a coincidence. I’d love to meet her someday.”

Jake remained silent, a flicker of bitterness and exhaustion briefly crossing his face.

Ewing glanced over at the bookshelf. “I was raised in Ferelden, yet it’s clear to me that I belong to Avalon. My family, including my grandfather, my parents, and my aunt, have always made sure I remember that. Although I wasn’t surrounded by much from Avalon, I stumbled upon these ancient books. Initially, they were tough to understand because they’re written in a script I never learned. However, I taught myself as I went along, gradually getting the hang of it. And it’s not just that. I have a passion for collecting antiques. I bet your friend enjoys this too?”

Jake cracked a smile. “Spot on.” Kallie wasn’t just fond of antiques. She also liked restoring them. Yet, Jake chose to keep that to himself.

Ewing redirected the conversation to the matter at hand. “You didn’t visit today just to chat about my hobbies, did you?”

Jake nodded, his demeanor turning grave. For the first time, the usually proud man had bowed his head in front of someone else. “I really hope you can help me find someone. She might not mean much to me, but I still want her to be found safe and sound.”

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Jake’s choice of Ewing for this task stemmed from Ewing’s long-standing residence in Ferelden, where Ewing had minimal social connections in Avalon and led a simple life.

Despite this, Jake held back on divulging the complete truth. He was unaware of Kallie’s current circumstances, and revealing too much could complicate things for her.

Ewing shifted in his seat, a subtle smile playing on his lips, though his eyes remained detached.

Ewing replied, “I’m not sure what’s happened, but knowing you, this must be urgent. And to ask me for this favor, a business acquaintance you barely know, that’s saying something. I do sympathize, but I have to leave soon. Besides, you’ve met my grandfather. You saw the state he’s in, and he needs more of my focus now. Oh, and you met my cousin today, right? She’s got a congenital heart condition.”

Jake understood that Ewing wasn’t dismissing him outright. He noted Ewing’s use of the term “business acquaintance” was intentional.

and are looking to grow your business back home. If you’re interested, I’m ready to

“You… Are you sure she doesn’t mean much to you?” His question carried a

business was modest, nowhere near grand enough to consider a partnership with the likes of

use of his influence to pressure anyone. Yet,

with a steady voice. “Honestly, she’s my wife. However, our relationship has been strained. Now, she’s missing. I can’t spare the time to search for her myself,

thoughtfully. “Wife? But aren’t you engaged to

family and

slight nod

terms of relationships. His

acknowledge Jake’s formidable presence

a candle to the Nixon

maintained a love as fresh as their early days, which

spouses,

what mattered between him and Jake was the business collaboration. If he ever encountered Jake’s wife, that unfortunate woman, he would

Please forward all her details to me later. But Mr. Reeves, I need to be clear with you. I’m not adept at tracking people down, so there’s a possibility I might not

“That’s fine. Whatever the result, I’m prepared to accept it. As for our deal, since I’ve committed to it, I’ll honor my part regardless

think we should treat today’s

was discussing the collaboration between the Reeves

no intention of expressing gratitude to Jake. In fact, this partnership might even result

“This is my way of showing gratitude. I don’t expect anything

this, Ewing nodded and signaled his

Jake walk away, he found

why