Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 269:

Yet, Jake’s reaction was surprisingly calm, as if he had anticipated this. He paused his activity and offered Edgar a smile. This smile, however, was different. It radiated genuine happiness, as if he was truly joyful from within. “Do you see that, Edgar? I succeeded in fooling everyone.”

Saying this, Jake’s smile vanished. “She believes it, too,” he murmured.

Edgar knew Jake referred to Kallie. He let out a sigh as he pondered the situation between Jake and Kallie. Maybe this was fate. He hoped Jake could move on as soon as possible.

Edgar reasoned it was probably best for Kallie to stay with the Nixon family rather than stick by Jake’s side. That way, Jake could go ahead with his plans without any reservations.

Dark clouds gathered and lightning streaked across the sky, signaling an impending downpour.

A brisk wind whipped Kallie’s face, causing her to sneeze.

the window. You don’t want to catch a cold,” a deep male

greeted Ewing with a warm

send Bria back to Ferelden, but she’s really against the idea. Given her health, I’m

for any signs of discomfort

promise by managing everything accordingly. Bria and

doors to

surprised by his declaration. She had half-expected him to ask her to make peace with Bria, considering she was under his roof. Moreover, he had made public commitments to her welfare. She thought she might have to put up a polite front, avoiding Bria if things got too

resolution to send Bria back was something Kallie didn’t even dream of. It was a relief and showed a level of understanding and fairness she hadn’t anticipated

gesture significantly lessened Kallie’s

sign language, which was swiftly interpreted. “Thank you for your efforts. If you get caught up in the situation,

“You don’t know Bria. Once she sets her mind to something, she follows through,