Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 661:

Cara, elated by his agreement, promptly instructed a servant to make the arrangements.

The dinner was set in the garden at the rear of the manor, chosen by Cara for its privacy.

Despite the occasion being billed as a family dinner, Cara had Elma escorted away as soon as she took her seat.

Jake’s expression darkened at the sight, his gaze turning frosty. “What do you want now?”

Cara put on an air of innocence. “I believe there are matters we need to address that aren’t for Elma’s ears. Jake, I truly want to sort things out this time. I’m not messing around.”

Cara then poured Jake a glass of wine, her voice growing gentler. “I’ve given it a lot of thought. Clayton is right. I can’t make you love me. I’ll let you go, but only if you agree to one thing. I won’t agree to a divorce. You’ll remain my husband, provided you promise to visit Elma and me every year. If you do, I won’t hinder your freedom.”

taken aback by Cara’s sudden change of heart. He

hopeful. “Is that alright with you? It’s the furthest I’m willing to bend. If you’re good with it, drink this

hesitate. He lifted the glass and emptied

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as he made it clear he was steering clear of her. Yet, her

got things to take care of. I need to go,” Jake declared, his tone as icy as

counting

seconds, as anticipated, Jake’s

toward Jake, her expression laced with mock concern. “Jake, are you alright? You don’t look too good. Need help getting back to

whisper, “Come on. Let me help you get back

to guide him toward a quaint pavilion nestled in the garden. Elsewhere, the celebration buzzed

washed over her. Glancing down at the food clutched in her hand, her desire to eat evaporated. A heaviness settled in her chest, as if a massive weight pressed against