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.

believe, but she vehemently refused help. I didn’t dare to barge in, fearing it might provoke her somehow. Sophie’s too young to assist effectively. I had no choice but

handle this.” He didn’t barge in; instead, he knocked respectfully on the door. “What’s wrong, Kallie? Did you slip? Please, can we have someone come in to check on

knocked harder and called out, “Kallie, are

the door and entered. The bathtub had overflowed, creating a veil of mist through which he spotted Kallie collapsed on the floor. The sight of

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

voice was calm and soothing as he said, “Get off the floor first. The floor is cold, and we need to tend to your injury.” Her resistance ebbed slightly at his words. She finally relented, pushing

of the bathroom, quickly draping a towel over her shoulders. Kallie’s leg

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

etched on his features as he met her gaze. “Are

away with a hint of embarrassment. “I must have fallen. It’s odd, but the fall seemed