Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 749:

When Jake realized his mistake, he quickly released her hand. “I’m sorry, I thought you were someone else.” The woman cleared her throat lightly. “It’s okay.”

The silence lingered until Jake broke it. “Could you tell me where I am? Earlier, your sister mentioned the flooding and the lack of a signal here. You seem kind. It’s crucial for me to connect with my wife and kids. Can you help me reach them?”

Jake, typically reserved and stoic, poured out his concerns without hesitation. After speaking, he awaited the woman’s response with hopeful eyes.

Instead of answering, the woman showed a hint of annoyance. “Is there anything more vital than your life? Had I found you even a moment later, you might not have made it.”

Jake’s frown eased as he replied gently, “Thank you for your kindness, Miss, but it’s urgent that I contact them.” His thoughts turned to Kallie and the kids, likely frantic with worry, especially Kallie. The idea that Kallie might be suffering from sleepless nights or skipping meals hurt him deeply.

The woman peered at Jake, her face unreadable. “Is she truly that significant to you?”

without hesitation. “Yes, she’s everything

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“You need time to heal before you can even think about leaving.

words, Jake didn’t push further. She

the Reeves family in Burmoos. Your kindness won’t be forgotten, and should I manage to leave here safely,

Lacey Payne. The girl you met earlier is my sister, Jeanette Payne. You can

Miss Payne.” Just then, Jeanette appeared with a bowl of medicine, offering it to Jake with a smile. “Sir, drink your medicine.” The

professional. I just

meant to offend, but he chose not to explain. He accepted the bowl and drank the medicine

being poisoned. If they had intended to harm him, they wouldn’t have gone through

Jake finished the medicine. Seeing he was done, her

retrieved the bowl and gently said, “Get some rest.” Jeanette came over with a warm smile and carefully