Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 723:

Kallie couldn’t help but laugh. Even Jake, who was standing nearby, chuckled, his voice pleasant.

Kallie felt a strange flutter in her chest. The memory of that day in the elevator flashed before her eyes, and a blush crept up her cheeks.

Flustered, Kallie reached for her glass of water, but it was still steaming hot.

Kallie yelped as the heat seared her hand. Her hand trembled, sloshing hot water over the rim of the glass.

The cup wobbled precariously, threatening to spill scalding water all over her hand.

“Watch out!” Jake cried, springing into action. He reached around Kallie, his arms encircling her as he steadied the cup.

But some of the water sloshed out, landing on Jake’s hands.

grimace flashing across his

ovels .

were incredibly close—close enough to feel the warmth of each

that made her head spin. She turned her head slightly, her gaze tracing the sharp lines

his chest. He was acutely aware of her nearness, his face and ears burning with a telltale

pressed together felt like an

spread through Jake’s chest, and he found himself strangely reluctant to break the moment. He didn’t release her until Kallie began to squirm, a hint of panic in her eyes. Reluctantly, Jake loosened his grip and stepped back, a strange pang of disappointment echoing

awkwardness. Kallie

Even at her young age, she could pick up on the strange

why is your face

question only deepened the crimson hue on

need to use the bathroom,” Jake mumbled, making a

her composure, playing a game with