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.

slid down, and Elma flashed

grin sent an icy chill slicing through Lacey. She reached for

crossed Lacey’s features as she figured it out. Her teeth clenched in frustration

you don’t unlock this door, do you realize the trouble you’ll be

response was

“Like I am scared!”

her lips

sneaking your way into my parents’ relationship,” she declared,

street, and Lacey involuntarily shivered. She regretted dressing so lightly just to look polished. The cold gnawed at her,

the anger simmering beneath her composure, Lacey knew

all wrong,” she began, softening her tone with

picture. I’m not some intruder ruining their lives. And let’s be fair. Your mom probably has