Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1004:

“I need some peace. Who’s making all that racket out there? Calvin? Lacey? Tell them to take it somewhere else. I have a splitting headache.”

Jake rubbed his temples, trying to massage away the throbbing pain in his head.

The butler shifted uncomfortably, a troubled expression on his face.

“Mr. Reeves, the situation downstairs requires your attention. I lack the authority to dismiss them.”

Jake frowned, his brow furrowing in confusion.

“You’re the Reeves family butler,” he asserted, his voice firm.

“I’ve granted you the authority. Are they more influential than I am?”

had served the Reeves family since Roderick’s era and enjoyed a certain level of respect

wanting to put the butler in a difficult position, Jake reluctantly rose to

Let’s see what the commotion

and

steps, his movements

him with a

unsteady. Perhaps you should rest for a while. I can have the servants prepare a strong cup of coffee

Jake said

“I’m not that drunk.”

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when drinking, he didn’t allow himself to overindulge. A man in his position had to remain vigilant, always on guard. When was the last time he had truly relaxed? It seemed like a lifetime ago, back when he was with Kallie. Those carefree days now felt like a distant memory, a relic from another life. A bittersweet smile touched his lips as he reminisced about those

steps growing steadier. No one would have

of the commotion was Elma, sobbing uncontrollably, with Sophie and Calvin trying to console

scene, her brow furrowed in concern,