Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 429:

Over time, Kallie’s condition improved markedly, and her demeanor toward Jake grew increasingly warm. Jake wasn’t surprised by this shift; after all, he had hurt her inadvertently before.

As for tracking Joanna down, Jake received no updates from his contacts. Life proceeded quietly. Yet, Jake sensed that calm would not last.

One morning, a servant rushed to find Jake. “Sir, there’s been an incident with Miss Nixon. Please, follow me!” Alarmed, Jake hurried over with the servant.

Arriving at Kallie’s room, Jake found it empty, with only the sound of running water from the bathroom. Confused, Jake glanced at the servant, awaiting an explanation. The servant’s voice carried a tinge of embarrassment.

“Miss Nixon insisted on showering alone today, though we usually assist her. I stayed nearby, just in case something happened. Then, I heard her scream.

might provoke her somehow. Sophie’s too young to assist effectively. I

handle this.” He didn’t barge in; instead, he knocked respectfully on the door. “What’s wrong,

followed his words. Growing anxious, Jake knocked harder and

overflowed, creating a veil of mist through which he spotted Kallie

a deep breath to steady himself, Jake draped a bath towel over her before attempting to lift her. Kallie resisted, her movements weak but determined

is cold, and we need to tend to your

a towel over her shoulders.

knelt to treat her, his actions gentle yet efficient. Kallie watched him silently, her expression unreadable. After a tense silence, she

looked up, surprise etched on his features as he met her gaze. “Are you feeling better now?”

head away with a hint of embarrassment. “I must have fallen. It’s odd, but the fall seemed to clear my head. I’m sorry to bother you. I