Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 406:

Jake cleared his throat, shifting gears abruptly. “But I could still use your help. I’ve been swamped recently. You, on the other hand… you pulled off that auction house like a pro. I’m still learning the ropes. If it wasn’t for Stan and Dean, they wouldn’t have played me like a fiddle.”

Kallie observed Jake’s uncharacteristic charm offensive, a flicker of suspicion crossing her face. Was this the same Jake she knew? Jake had never been like this previously.

Kallie cut through the pleasantries, her tone turning serious. “I can help you, Jake. But on one condition: If I help you, you will sell me the company for thirty percent of its value. That’s my offer.”

At Kallie’s words, Lenny, sitting in the front passenger seat, widened his eyes in shock and blurted out, “No way. You’re robbing…”

“Ahem!” Edgar quickly interrupted with a pointed cough, shooting Lenny a warning glance.

agree. This is practically charity, just

by agreeing with Kallie. Lenny fell silent, his gaze shifting to

to her. A

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He gently took her hand, his expression earnest as he looked into her eyes. “Being honest, Kallie, I’d give you anything you ask for, anything—as long

“Forget it. I just realized that my request might have been too much.

facade cracked as anxiety seeped in.

swayed. She didn’t bother responding, instead turning to Sophie. “Let’s come

led Sophie out of the car and into

and turned around, trying his best to reason with Jake. “Mr. Jack, Ms. Nixon is stunning, sure, but there are countless beautiful women out there. Look at how she treats you. No