Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1052:

Refusing to let the moment pass, Elma pressed on, insistent on chitchatting. When Jake declined, she turned her attention to Kallie, her eyes pleading for support. She shifted restlessly in bed, her small movements tugging at Kallie’s heart.

Cradling her daughter’s warm, soft form, Kallie felt her resolve give way. Unable to say no, she paused to think before saying softly, “How about I tell you a story?”

Elma’s face lit up as she nodded eagerly. She then glanced at Jake and added, “I want my daddy to tell one too.”

After a brief discussion, they came to a compromise. Kallie would start the story, and Jake would pick up where she left off. For both of them, this was effortless.

Taking turns, Jake and Kallie wove a whimsical tale, full of childlike wonder. In the beginning, their storytelling flowed in harmony. But as the narrative unfolded, it veered in unexpected and surprising directions.

The story was taking a ridiculous turn, becoming more absurd with every word.

laughter. It was soft, but in the quiet of the night, it sounded louder than she

outburst, Kallie

couldn’t help it,” she

silent, his expression

Elma, nestled

a low sound caught her attention—a quiet chuckle from Jake. His laughter was subdued, almost restrained, but there was an undeniable charm to it. The

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for a moment, but then shook her head with

then laugh. Don’t hold it back. If the bed shakes and wakes Elma, we’ll have to start all over

entirely hide. For the first time in years, he felt a happiness this profound and genuine. It was a feeling only

Jake allowed himself a small

let’s sleep,” Jake said