Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

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Elma grappled with the possible future repercussions—Calvin and the others might blame or harbor resentment toward her. Dread washed over her at the thought, pulling her into a sullen state.

Noticing Elma’s sadness, Sophie tried to lift her spirits.

Lifting Elma effortlessly, Sophie suggested, “It’s quicker if I carry you. Let’s zip through our shopping so we’re back before my mom gets home. She’s planning a feast of treats and games tonight. I’ll talk to her about having you over for a sleepover. It’ll be fun!”

Elma couldn’t muster a smile. Tears were almost falling. Sophie’s kindness only intensified her guilt for pulling off the stunt Cara had requested. She condemned herself as vile. On the verge of exiting through the back, Elma’s conscience fought to voice her remorse.

However, Sophie dashed ahead, unyielding. Setting Elma down, she eagerly asked, “Which way now? If it’s a long walk, we can ask the driver for a ride.”

Elma remained mute, staring at Sophie, her expression filled with turmoil.

At that moment, footsteps echoed from behind them.

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and quickly spun around. There stood the bodyguards who had

Sophie’s expression darkened. She never trusted these

glanced at Elma and asked, “Did

her head and whispered urgently, “Sophie,

was

Sophie could react, she was encircled,

Sophie turned to Elma,

overcome with guilt, avoided Sophie’s

subdued Sophie. She fought back, but they

as the

wailing. “I’m such a terrible friend. I’m so

group’s undisputed leader. She pinched Elma’s cheek harshly. It was more a reprimand than affection. Her eyes held a dark glint as she said, “You are right. It’s all your fault. You’re nothing but trouble. Elma, when the truth comes out, Calvin and Kallie will despise you. The

swift motion, she knocked Keely’s hand aside, her expression cold. “I’ve done everything my mother asked.

unsettling. “You want to see him, huh?