Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1014:

Kallie’s eyes widened in shock as she pointed to herself, her voice barely a whisper.

“People are trying to kill me? But why? Was I some merciless, terrible woman in the past?”

Jake stayed silent for a moment, clearing his throat as if the words were caught somewhere between reluctance and resolve.

“I can’t tell you everything, but I can explain the situation. It’s your choice whether you trust me or not. Just know that stepping into danger without understanding it could risk your life.”

Jake stepped aside, giving Kallie space as if daring her to make a decision. Kallie’s eyes flickered toward the empty road ahead. The dim streetlights barely pushed back the darkness, their pale glow stretching into the shadows. A heavy stillness hung in the air, amplifying the dread clawing at her chest.

Taking a shaky breath, Kallie forced herself into the car. Jake didn’t follow. Instead, he turned toward Leo, his gaze sharp and unreadable.

“Walk with me,” he said coldly.

Jake’s expression said it all. Despite the dread tightening in his chest, he followed Jake without hesitation, bracing

cigarette and lit it with a slow, deliberate

flat, cold as

know why I called

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the weight of unease pressing down

If you’re angry, punish me. I’ll

locked onto Leo calmly. His voice was devoid of emotion as he asked, “Who orchestrated the plan?

Leo’s head snapped up.

They weren’t involved

was no humor, only a

them out? But you’re well aware of my rules and

Without a second thought, he bowed his head in silent submission, not pleading