Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 425:

The drunkard’s insults escalated, his language growing more vile as time passed. Had Edgar not intervened in time, the drunkard might have forcibly taken Kallie to his private room.

Jake’s expression hardened, sharp enough to cut through steel as he watched the drunkard, his fury barely contained.

Amidst the commotion, the man from earlier seized the moment to escape.

“Are you hurt anywhere?” Jake’s voice was fraught with concern as he held Kallie’s hand, scanning her for injuries. Finding no visible harm brought him slight relief.

Oblivious to the situation’s gravity, the drunkard questioned irritably, “Who are you? Do you know her? Good, because she ruined my outfit. She has to pay for it. My trousers are bespoke and cost at least thirty thousand. Pay up now, or I will have her join me for a drink.”

Kallie, previously stoic, stepped subtly closer to Jake. Having spent time together recently, Jake had grown attuned to the nuances of Kallie’s expressions, even those minimally displayed.

chilled further. He remained

on quickly, signaling the security to handle

panic. His protests were loud enough for passersby and occupants of neighboring rooms to hear. Yet, no one intervened. Most recognized the significance of the mask Jake wore and chose not to

after several dousing of cold water, the drunkard finally came

and I’m unfamiliar with the etiquette. I had no idea she was your woman. Please, let me

own face. His gaze shifted

as he addressed the trembling drunkard, “Don’t you know whom you

“Miss, I was foolish not to recognize the company you keep. Please accept my sincerest apologies for

disparity in the drunkard’s demeanor toward

contain his disdain, interjected sharply, “If you’re apologizing, then acknowledge what

is your gateway to

new here. I truly didn’t