Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 407:

Jake let go of Lenny’s collar, his tone turning somber. “I understand, but don’t spout that kind of nonsense again. I’m well aware I don’t deserve her. It’s no surprise she treats me the way she does.”

Lenny was about to argue further, but Edgar shot him a glance, silently urging him to drop it.

Despite Lenny’s usual calm demeanor, something about Kallie seemed to get under his skin, making him unusually agitated. Still wary of Jake’s temper, Lenny asked cautiously, “Mr. Reeves, are we heading back now?”

Jake shook his head, his voice heavy with resolve. “No. I won’t go back.”

Jake turned to Edgar with determination. “Start the car. We’re following her.”

Kallie had no idea Jake would trail her all the way home. Once home, Kallie busied herself in the kitchen, preparing a meal for Sophie. As she emerged with the dishes, a servant approached, mentioning guests.

into the living room, only to find a familiar figure lounging on the sofa. Her annoyance was

the room to reach her. He took her wrist gently but

ask you to go. I understand you want to apologize to me, but you have done a lot. The past is behind us, and I’m trying

Jake’s throat, but he held on to

got it wrong. I’m not here just for you. I’m here to protect you and Sophie. I know you don’t care about what people say, but Sophie is still young. If rumors spread in high society, what do you think will happen to her? Do

softened slightly. “I get what you’re saying, but that doesn’t change the fact that I don’t want my life to be disturbed. You should understand what I

with .

He spoke gently, and his playful smile spread across Sophie’s face, her laughter filling the room. Seeing

the table and, with a cool

the considerate one, didn’t miss a beat. She requested an extra bowl from the servant and carefully served

out a resigned sigh. “Sophie, if you keep giving