Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 276:

“Mom, please,” Bria said, her voice dripping with sarcasm. “Don’t be so harsh. She can’t talk.”

Astrid’s eyebrows shot up in surprise. Leaning in, she stage-whispered loudly enough for everyone to hear, “She’s a mute? Why the hell did they bring back a mute?”

“Shut your damn mouth!”

“Shut up, woman!”

Tyrone and Abram erupted in unison, their voices booming through the hall.

Abram shot Astrid a furious look, grabbing her arm and yanking her away from the group.

hissed, adjusting her hair. “What the hell is wrong with you? I’m just stating the obvious! I met your sister before,

believed she was a member of this family. Therefore, even

pulled her aside

approached Kallie with a sincere apology. “I’m so sorry, Kallie,” he said. “My mother can be very blunt, just like my sister. Please don’t take her words to heart. I’ve given her a piece of my mind,

Klein sounded sincere.

his demeanor yet kept his tone stern. “Just consider Kallie’s feelings and ask if she can overlook this.

nodded, eager to

her, emphasizing her resilience but also her desire for distance. “I’m used to hearing such comments. It’s fine as long as we keep our interactions minimal

unable to hide her disdain, scoffed at Kallie’s measured response. “Mom, Dad, Klein, don’t be shocked. It seems living with the Nixons has given her

Ewing and Tyrone’s support, who would dare to

cut in

the lack of support, turned her

as if we’re the ones desperate to be associated with her. It must have been hard for her out there, and that’s why she can’t wait to come back. I don’t see what she has to be