Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 381:

Having risen through the ranks due to her capabilities, she was serious and staunch, with a reputation for fairness. Left with a younger sister after their parents’ passing, Charlee was deeply indulgent in her younger sister.

The woman they were facing was Charlee’s much-loved younger sister, Evelyn Nelson.

Upon hearing Irene’s words, Linsey felt a ripple of fear, yet her statement was hushed and firm as she gazed at Evelyn. “I don’t understand what’s going on. But Sophie’s just a two-year-old. What could she possibly know about stealing? She must have been set up.”

Kallie offered Linsey a calm glance before stepping up and addressing Evelyn with a chill in her voice. “You need proof to make such claims. If you’re accusing my daughter of theft, present your evidence. Otherwise, I’ll have no choice but to involve the police. If it turns out Sophie is at fault, I assure you, I won’t defend her wrongdoings. She will apologize and make amends. But first, you must prove she was the one who took your bracelet.”

Evelyn scoffed and jabbed a finger toward Zuri, asserting, “I don’t have proof, but I have a witness. This kid and your daughter were playing together earlier. I saw your daughter sneak over, grab the bracelet from the table, and take off. Then, that little girl confronted your daughter about stealing. I heard everything.”

She nervously twiddled with her dress. Taking a deep breath, Kallie approached Zuri, softening her

me what you saw? Did Sophie really take it? Or is there some

eyes welling with tears. Instead of answering Kallie’s question, her lips quivered, and she burst into tears. “I… I really saw her stealing! Why are you all being so mean to me? I don’t want to play with her

upsetting Zuri, labeling her a bully. Evelyn

that make you? I doubt you can raise your

shaking her head frantically. “Mommy, I

sweetheart. Mommy’s right here for you.” Kallie caught the blend of guilt and smugness in Zuri’s tearful eyes. She shivered slightly. Zuri, though just a child,

on the traits

by word, her tone firm. “Your bracelet might be invaluable,