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.

catch a cold,” a deep male voice cautioned from

Kallie greeted Ewing

Bria back to Ferelden, but she’s really against the idea. Given her health, I’m worried forcing the issue might

searching for any signs of discomfort or anger. To his relief,

worry. I’ve promised to protect you, and I intend to keep that promise by managing everything accordingly. Bria and you clearly don’t get along, and while you haven’t shared the specifics, I have my suspicions about the reason behind Bria’s hostility. Regardless, I plan to send her

opens doors to

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

was something Kallie didn’t even dream of. It was a relief and

significantly lessened Kallie’s

for your efforts. If you get caught up in the situation, don’t

a frown, his concern evident. “You don’t know Bria. Once she sets her mind to something, she follows through, no matter the consequences. She’s clever, but not always morally guided. Don’t fret. She’s