Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 277:

Astrid scoffed, her cynicism unabated. “Everyone knows Tyrone’s mind isn’t what it used to be. Just because he’s taken a liking to someone doesn’t mean we all have to fall in line. I certainly won’t acknowledge her.”

Bria chimed in, reinforcing Astrid’s sentiment, “Exactly, she’s definitely a fraud.”

Klein, ever the peacemaker, sighed. “Even if she is, we ought to maintain appearances in public. But… I have to say, while she seems mild and compliant, there’s a stubborn streak in her. I wonder if she’s truly clever or just manipulative.”

Bria sneered, her disdain clear, “She’s not clever, just scheming. I was the one who saved her, and this is the thanks I get. Support me or not, I won’t let her off easily.”

As Bria’s anger mounted, Abram and Klein exchanged weary glances, feeling their options dwindling. They instructed the servants to escort Astrid and Bria away to rest.

Once the two were out of earshot, Abram and Klein remained, speaking in hushed tones.

concern. “Dad, Bria might not see it, but you and Mom must have noticed

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off by Abram’s sigh. “You’re

so

“Your sister hasn’t met your cousin before, so she wouldn’t know. Besides, many people bear

definitively confirm her identity are no

“If she remains with my old man long enough, she can become a tool

nodded, understanding the darker undercurrents of his father’s plan, and a sly smile crossed his

then shifted to another pressing issue.

keep her calm. She’s smart but easily agitated, and her condition worsens with each episode. Look

“I will.” Klein nodded.