Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1051:

Kallie tugged at the shawl draped over her shoulders. Her nightgown was a loose camisole, not ideal for sharing a bed with Jake. It wasn’t a problem when it was just her and Elma, but with Jake there, it felt inappropriate.

Elma pouted, her voice thick with sleep.

“No, I’m tired now. It’s fine, Mom. I’ll sleep between you two.”

Kallie glanced at the clock. It was already well past midnight. Seeing Elma struggle to keep her eyes open, she relented with a sigh and decided to have someone fetch another blanket later if necessary.

The three of them settled onto the bed.

As if on cue, a gentle rain began to fall outside, the rhythmic tapping against the windows bringing a soothing calm to the room.

the night, the only sound was their

quiet happiness filled her, though her eyelids

Dad, are you asleep?” she asked

her hand

“Almost,” she replied softly.

tone was tender, the gentle cadence of her voice

Jake could make out Kallie’s silhouette on the bed. But her expression remained obscured in the shadows. A strange

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Realizing it, they both quickly turned away, but an undeniable tension

rubbed her tired eyes. Her voice, though laced

talk? It’s been such a long time

sighed heavily and pressed his fingers against

Let’s talk tomorrow and get some rest now. It’s way too late, and staying up will