Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 569:

Tears streamed down their faces silently, their bodies shaking.

Sympathy welled up in Kallie. “I intervened because I have a few questions,” she told them.

Kallie’s gaze met the mother’s earnestly. “My request isn’t unreasonable. I seek to understand this island, the manor, the elderly man, and Griffin. You need not divulge any secrets. Just some basic truths about their relationships and the general lay of the land would suffice.”

The mother, thankful for the safety of her child, listened to Kallie’s words with growing enthusiasm and relief. She responded positively, clearly eager to share, without any intention of deceit or omission.

The little girl and her mother remained unnerved as they confided in Kallie about the elderly man.

elderly man was Ernesto Perry. He was born in the same country as Kallie but had moved to another city in his early years. His family

a man of impressive abilities, experiencing a youth filled with achievements. He stood as the principal client

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share of sorrow. His many children either died under various circumstances or drifted away from

bore the brunt of Ernesto’s indifference. Despite his youth, he was relegated to the most grueling tasks, effectively managing the

his age, Ernesto remained a formidable figure with extensive connections across high society and royal circles. His power was undeniable, commanding private armies and enjoying impunity for his actions as the local leaders chose to ignore

facade lay a

task was a grim one. They had their tongues cut out to ensure their silence. Leaving was not an option unless they wished to leave life

these horrors, the wages were extraordinarily high, drawing in those from desperately poor

girl’s mother, compelled by the need to support herself and her

among the servants.