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.”

a prolonged silence, he finally nodded

the latest

mask. He managed his demeanor well, ensuring his interaction with Clayton did not arouse Cara’s

buzzing with her future life with Jake. She gave Jake a flirty look. “Jake, why don’t

slightly, but his face remained impassive. “Let’s wait until

it, but she didn’t want to upset Jake, so she simply nodded. “Okay, I get it. It’s just your hesitation makes me wonder if you’re really serious about me.” Her words carried a hint

looked at Cara with what

is it?” she asked

and gasped. Inside, a diamond ring sparkled under

her 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 mattered anymore. She nodded at Jake. “Okay. I’ll wait for you to marry me,” she

was gone, Jake pulled out a

about to slip out when