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.

faults, but she’s always put her children

swallowed her jealousy and

“You’re right.

have said that,”

rubbed his temples, fatigue

“I’m exhausted.

I’m going to rest.

if anything

story starts here

Lacey said, nodding as she watched him walk

after Jake had walked away, Lacey’s eyes lingered on

in front of her, his expression stern and unyielding,

into something cold and

you

didn’t back down, his

asking you

always dreamed of being the one by