Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 716:

At her words, Jake seemed to snap out of his anger. He cleared his throat and his expression softened. “Oh, it’s nothing,” he said dismissively. “Just a minor disagreement with Clayton.”

Cara wasn’t buying it. That had been more than just a “minor disagreement.”

Before Cara could press further, Jake gently took her hand, his eyes filled with warmth.

“It’s such a beautiful day,” Jake said softly. “Why don’t we take a walk in the garden?”

Cara’s heart skipped a beat. “I’d love to,” she replied, a wide smile spreading across her face. This was the happiest she had felt since Jake had entered her life.

moodiness had melted away, replaced by a cheerful disposition. She greeted everyone she encountered

bothered by her lack of intimacy with Jake just yet. He would eventually come around. It was only a matter of time now. Cara had barely stepped back into her room

up a piece of jewelry and handed

appreciate your way with words.” Keely’s eyes widened at the sight of the large, lustrous pink pearl earrings. She smiled, thrilled with the gift, and became even

Cara’s shoulders, showering her with

Keely gushed. “You’re so graceful, beautiful, and intelligent. Of course, he’ll fall for you! He felt trapped before, you know? But now that everyone’s gone back overseas, and you and your brother have given him some space, he’s realized what

Cara figured Keely was right. That had to be the reason. Jake had always been a proud man, that much she knew. She’d been too pushy before, trying to keep him close. It had completely backfired. Thankfully, things had turned around. She felt a pang of unease, remembering how she’d resented Clayton for

Keely’s hand. “Go tell Clayton we’re having a family dinner tonight,” she instructed. “I’ll cook, and Jake will be

hurrying off

about the reason. Alas! This family will

up, “Actually, there’s an easy solution. Have you forgotten what