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.

This is practically charity, just

silent, his gaze shifting to the window as he stared out expressionlessly.

to accept when something occurred to her.

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hesitation, Jake felt a pang of hurt. 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 as it’s for you

Jake for a long moment, searching his gaze. Then, a small smile played on her lips. “Forget it. I just realized that my request might have been too much. I need to think

facade cracked as anxiety seeped in. “Don’t fret.

didn’t bother responding,

of the car and into another, leaving

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 respect at