Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 518:

Kallie’s eyes were tightly shut. Unaware of her conversation with Jake, she instinctively clutched at the fabric over her lower abdomen. “This is my baby, and I have to save it.”

Jake’s eyes brimmed with tears. At that moment, the doctor entered. Jake quickly masked his emotions, though his voice betrayed his deep concern and worry. “She’s pregnant. We need to do everything to save her. If we can’t save the baby, so be it. I’ll handle the consequences.”

The doctor nodded in understanding. Luckily, Kallie hadn’t ingested much of the poisonous substance and had received a timely gastric lavage. Both she and the baby were safe.

The doctor maintained his serious tone. “The baby is currently stable, but it has been exposed to the toxin. Despite its young age, this exposure could have consequences. It’s crucial that the expectant mother is made aware of the situation beforehand, so she’s prepared for any potential issues.”

Jake responded with a resigned smile, “Perhaps you should be the one to tell her when she regains consciousness. I’m not in a position to break such news.”

doctor looked puzzled. “I assumed

I’m not. And please, don’t mention me to her. She

had departed, the nurses

mask, I could tell he’s quite handsome. It’s clear he

hospital, he was drenched in sweat. His distress was palpable, especially when the doctor

haze of grogginess. She yearned to inquire

When she next awoke, night still enveloped

and leave the bed in search of Sophie. Edgar rushed to reassure her. “There’s no need to worry,

out a sigh of relief. Her hand instinctively went to her belly as her heart fluttered with unease, worrying whether or not the baby was still

a mother to decide whether to keep the baby. He’s genuinely delighted, yet he can’t forget Mr. Nixon’s warning about your perilous delivery of Sophie. He doesn’t want