Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 938

Chapter 938:

“If Elma’s mother truly isn’t taking proper care of her, then keeping her here under your supervision is the safest option.”

Jake nodded, his face serious.

“Make sure Elma is closely monitored.”

“Even if she is to return to Kallie, it won’t happen until I’m certain she’s on the mend.”

Seeing that Jake agreed, Lacey’s relief was evident, though she couldn’t resist adding, “Kallie might be Elma’s mother, but once she marries Clayton, things could change.

With a stepfather in the picture, she might neglect Elma even more.”

“That’s not true!” Jake snapped, his eyes flashing with irritation.

His tone was firm, almost defensive.

“Kallie is a responsible mother.

may have her faults, but she’s always put her children

her jealousy and

“You’re right.

shouldn’t have said that,” she replied

rubbed his temples,

“I’m exhausted.

I’m going to rest.

if anything

story

as she

walked away, Lacey’s eyes lingered on

of her, his expression stern and unyielding, that

hardened into

do you

back down, his eyes

should be asking

of being the one by Mr.