Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1048:

Jake leaned forward and scooped Elma from Kallie’s arms, holding her gently but firmly.

“Stop causing trouble this late, Elma. If you’re feeling unwell, I’ll call Miss Payne to come check on you.”

Jake was intentionally trying to frighten Elma. He could see right through her act. Yet, he hadn’t anticipated Elma’s determination to bring him and Kallie together today.

Elma broke into tears instantly.

“Then go ahead and call her! I knew it. You don’t care about me at all! You think I’m annoying and you won’t even do this little thing for me!”

Jake’s jaw tightened, but he stayed silent, thinking her tantrum would wear itself out. However, Elma’s cries only grew louder, her little body shaking almost out of breath, and her face turned alarmingly pale.

was

quickly pulled Elma into a

she’s just a

was frustrated that Elma didn’t

to concede. He gently took Elma from Kallie’s arms, holding her close, and then moved closer to Kallie, wrapping an

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on her waist made Kallie feel a little uneasy and shy. However, seeing Elma’s distress,

Jake gently soothed Elma.

holding you. I wasn’t ignoring you, sweetheart. I was worried about you, and that’s why I got angry. Please, don’t cry anymore, Elma. This is

down, her gaze lingering on Kallie and Jake’s close embrace, a satisfied smile on

hiccupped between sobs, making