Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 408:

Kallie’s eyes widened in surprise, and she couldn’t help but ask, “Aren’t you concerned about being recognized? Even though we’re in my home, Kallie couldn’t be certain none of the servants would identify Jake.”

Jake’s pale complexion, highlighted by the long-worn mask, made the scar on his face all the more prominent. But the scar didn’t diminish Jake’s handsomeness. If anything, it added a rugged edge to his features.

Jake’s eyes swept the room with a cold, commanding gaze. “You’re the one who hired these people. Kallie, I trust your judgment. You wouldn’t bring anyone here who doesn’t know how to mind their business.”

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The few servants who recognized Jake quickly lowered their heads, avoiding his piercing stare. None dared to look at him again.

at Jake’s face with innocent curiosity, her gaze

to hide the scar. “Sophie, do you think what’s on my face is ugly? Does it scare you?” Jake asked, his

There’s a boy in my kindergarten who got scratched on his hand when he saved a

more food to Sophie’s plate. “Eat well, sweetheart. The stronger you are, the less anyone can push you

and then I’ll protect you

utensils. The silence wasn’t awkward; it was warm and comforting. For the first time in a long while, Jake felt a deep, unexpected sense of

Kallie made sure to handle something important. Kallie

actions. The news that Mr. Jack had left the room with Kallie that day only heightened her anxiety. She worried that her plans might unravel. However, when Kallie and Mr. Jack publicly

the matter slip from her mind. Kallie was powerless against her. With the Martel family standing behind her, Joanna felt untouchable, and

So when Joanna heard that Ethan wanted to take her out to dinner, she agreed immediately, a rare smile gracing her face. It had been

and arrived at the appointed place, but to her surprise, Ethan