Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1017:

“You’re correct,” Kallie affirmed with a gentle nod.

Closing the gap between them, Jake leaned in and murmured in her ear, “Tell me, is it affection or respect you feel? Or could it possibly be hatred? If you hate me, the intensity of your feelings might mislead you to believe I’m important, even if your memory fails you.”

His voice was warm, deep, and captivating, tinged with an enticing allure. Yet, his words carried a chilling detachment.

Kallie’s eyes widened in shock, a bewildered expression crossing her face.

“Why would I hate you? I harbor no such feelings toward you.”

Jake squared his shoulders, fixing Kallie with a serious gaze. A wave of sadness washed over him unexpectedly. He managed a strained, bitter smile.

forgotten it all—the disputes, the bitterness between us. Your hatred is buried in forgotten memories. Once

deep sigh, fatigue evident

You should rest,” he stated, turning to walk

noting the forlorn slouch of his shoulders. A pang of sadness gripped her, tightening her chest inexplicably. Why did this sadness envelop her so? It was peculiar,

to a room. However, it wasn’t

at the doorway, Kallie

newest

It isn’t right for me to stay here.” Confusion clouded her thoughts as soon as these words escaped her lips. She didn’t recall ever being

of curiosity and surprise. Suppressing a surge of excitement, the servant inquired

truth to her. However, Jake had explicitly instructed them to keep silent about his shared past with her. They recognized Jake’s discontent, knowing he preferred Kallie to uncover her memories independently.

fingers tensed, curling into a gentle fist as confusion clouded her face. She shook her head, her voice tinged

in this place before. I don’t know why. I just…