Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 973

Chapter 973:

Elma’s smile vanished as she looked at the dark, bitter medicine. She wasn’t a picky kid, but for some reason, the medicine Lacey made was always incredibly bitter, more bitter than anything a child could imagine.

Even though Elma didn’t want to, she still picked up the bowl. She wanted to get better quickly and go back to Kallie.

Just as Elma was about to drink it, Calvin suddenly shouted, “Wait!”

Elma stopped, the bowl halfway to her lips.

Lacey watched as Elma brought the bowl of medicine to her lips, only to be stopped by Calvin. Lacey’s frustration built, and she felt the urge to scream.

Overcome by her emotions, Lacey addressed Calvin in a frosty tone.

“Calvin, do you really intend to interrupt your sister while she’s taking her medication? I’m not coercing her. It’s what your father wanted. Are you trying to delay her recovery?”

my sister. I didn’t say anything beyond that. Why the nervousness, Lacey? It’s almost as though you’ve mixed something into her

was unnerving, as

to mask her fury, Lacey forced a strained smile despite her

and it becomes even more unpalatable if it cools. I’m just looking out for

brow furrowed in thought. Then, with caution in his voice, he said, “Lacey, perhaps you’re unaware, but my sister has allergies to several medications. I’ll have my family doctor review

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are you implying? That I’ve drugged her medicine?” she blurted

of suspicion creeping

drug, Lacey? What are you implying? Have you tampered with my sister’s medication? Was it poison, or something more sinister?” With each word,

youthful size, his presence loomed large, equal to Lacey’s. Shadows of Jake flickered in his features, especially

was also a touch of Kallie’s assertive

jaw, her voice trembling

idea what you mean, Calvin. How could I possibly harm Elma? She’s my patient, and I’m dedicated to her swift recovery.