Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 965:

However, Jake persisted, “But she’s by herself back there, and in her current state, she might do something rash. If she snaps at you, just take it in stride. I’ll have a word with her later. Besides, as her doctor, it’s important you build a rapport with her. How else will she cooperate during her treatments? Driver, please pull over.”

The car came to a halt.

Jake remained silent, his gaze cold as it locked onto Lacey.

Without a word, Lacey realized she had no other option but to leave. Reluctance tugged at her heart. Just when she had the chance to be alone with Jake, it slipped through her fingers. Bitterness toward Elma simmered within her, yet she masked her emotions.

With a sigh of resignation, Lacey stepped out of the car. She barely had time to voice her disappointment before Jake gave a curt nod to the driver, and the car surged forward.

As Lacey watched the taillights fade, a headache blossomed, and she reluctantly headed toward the following car.

car window slid down, and

grin sent an icy chill slicing through Lacey. She reached for the door handle, only to find

Lacey’s features as she figured it out. Her teeth clenched in frustration as she issued a sharp

me to keep an eye on you. If you don’t unlock this door, do you realize the

response was

“Like I am scared!”

face was set with defiance, her lips curling into a

what you deserve for sneaking your way into my parents’ relationship,” she declared, her voice sharp

so lightly just to look polished. The cold gnawed at her, but Elma’s

beneath her composure, Lacey knew

got it all wrong,” she began, softening

not some intruder ruining their lives. And let’s be fair. Your mom probably has admirers of her own, doesn’t she? I’m telling you the