Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 733:

Thankfully, it was only some lightweight cardboard boxes, not heavy objects.

There it was, the button. He pressed it, and a hidden door swung open. A flicker of hope ignited in Clayton’s eyes as he scrambled toward the newly revealed doorway.

Sophie, noticing Elma’s prolonged absence, went in search of her. She found Elma curled up in a corner, sobbing quietly.

“Elma, what’s wrong? Don’t cry,” Sophie cooed, gently lifting Elma and wiping away her tears.

Elma avoided Sophie’s gaze, her tears flowing freely. Sophie paused, a thoughtful frown creasing her brow. “Did your mom give you a hard time again? Don’t be afraid. You’re safe at my house. She wouldn’t dare bully you here.”

“No. It’s not like that.” Elma shook her head vigorously.

Sophie sighed softly and patted Elma’s head. “Alright, sweetheart. I won’t pry anymore. Just please don’t cry,” she said gently.

say, “Sophie, could you go out with

of surprise in her voice. “What do you need? I’m sure we have

“No,

any more questions. She simply smiled and said, “Alright, I’ll go

Elma were just about to

puzzled look.

wants to go shopping, so I’m

up immediately. “Oh, then

necessary,” Elma interjected sharply, shaking her head. “Sophie’s company is all I need. You should

pressed on.

to find her words. “I just need Sophie

feeling a mix of sympathy and slight amusement, patted Elma on the head. “It’s okay, Calvin. You should stay here. Our mom will be back any minute now.

reluctant nod, Calvin agreed.