Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 720:

Before Jake could elaborate, Clayton’s pupils contracted with panic, his voice sharp as he interjected, “I’m aware. I’ve been thinking about what you’ve said. It’s just hard for me to put on an act with you to fool Cara.”

Jake held his tongue, allowing Clayton a moment to process the gravity of the situation. After all, Clayton was Cara’s elder brother.

Jake’s hands were tied. He had to put on a charade with Clayton to escape from Cara’s control. Despite knowing the Reeves Group was once his domain, it now belonged to a woman he had previously despised, according to Clayton’s claim. The extent of its transformation and its trustworthiness remained a mystery to him.

Even with his memory lost, Jake remained vigilant, his instincts sharp. He wouldn’t make a move until he had the whole situation under his control.

Thankfully, Clayton hadn’t betrayed Jake’s trust and divulged anything to Cara.

A sigh escaped Jake’s lips as he studied Clayton’s conflicted expression. Jake stated firmly, “The decision lies with you. Regardless, I’m leaving with Elma. Staying here offers no assurance of her safety. If Cara takes further action, we’ll be left with nothing but belated regret.”

silent battle raged within Clayton’s eyes. After a prolonged silence, he finally nodded resolutely. “I understand. I won’t regret

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concluded, and Jake turned away, his face once again an impassive mask. He managed

with her future life with Jake. She gave Jake a flirty look. “Jake, why don’t you stay tonight?”

but his face remained impassive. “Let’s wait until we’re married,

to upset Jake, so she simply nodded. “Okay, I get it. It’s just your hesitation makes me wonder

and pulled out a small box. He looked at Cara with what seemed like deep affection. “I got you

thrilled. “What is

gasped. Inside, a diamond

mouth, her eyes welling

give you an even more beautiful one and put it on your finger myself.” Cara was completely entranced, holding the ring box like it held the crown jewels. Nothing else

and gave Cara a light pat on the head. Cara was beaming, practically floating out of the room with her ring. But as soon as she was gone, Jake pulled out a handkerchief and thoroughly wiped the spot where he had touched her. He frowned in disgust, his face a

just about to slip out when Keely