Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1066:

The casual detachment in Jake’s response stung more than the pain in Lacey’s hand.

Lacey forced herself to swallow the bitter lump rising in her throat. She had anticipated Jake’s indifference but hadn’t expected such coldness, not even a word of concern. His first thought was Elma’s treatment. He was like an emotionless automaton, utterly devoid of warmth and emotion. No. He wasn’t emotionless. She knew that. He had warmth and compassion, but it was reserved for others, never for her. The realization twisted the knife already lodged in her heart, but Lacey refused to flinch. She couldn’t afford to show weakness now. Whatever heartbreak and frustration churned inside her,

She buried it deep. Her goal loomed larger than her pain. That was what mattered most.

Lacey forced a soft, composed smile.

“Mr. Reeves, there’s no need to worry. Even with my hand injured, I’ve already come up with a solution to ensure Elma’s treatment won’t be interrupted.”

Jake’s brow eased, though his eyes remained sharp.

“Let’s hear it.”

She laid them on the table with practiced

is information about my mentor. Years ago, when I fled home with Jeanette, he took us in and became

words sink

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only received word of his

soften, but Lacey could see him weighing her words

skeptical, Mr. Reeves, feel free to verify everything. The details are all

the paperwork, his

you’re confident he

laced

the treatments I’ve implemented for Elma were his suggestions. We’ve been in contact recently, discussing her case