Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1089:

Kallie winced slightly, trying to shift in his grasp.

Jake responded by pulling her closer, enveloping her in a tight embrace.

Kallie struggled briefly, but it was no use. She glared at him, then gave up and went still.

Jake’s thoughts were in turmoil, his voice laced with a chilling calmness.

“So, if you realize you still have feelings for him, will you leave with him?”

Jake’s gaze bored into hers, his eyes a complex mix of emotions: anger, fear, and a deep-seated vulnerability. It was as if her answer held the power to break him completely.

Kallie couldn’t help but laugh, the sound echoing through the room. She reached up to caress Jake’s cheek, her eyes softening with affection.

way, silly. I was just teasing you. I don’t want to see him. It might sound irresponsible, but I don’t care about the past anymore.

in Jake’s face visibly eased at her words. He hummed in response, a faint

smiled to herself,

trusting me a little more,” she said, her expression

had erected between them. Despite his undeniable affection for her, he held back, unable to fully trust her. That wasn’t the kind of relationship she wanted. She believed that whatever their history, they should trust each

starts at

gaze, a wave of unfamiliar emotions washing

want to talk about this right

discuss it

wasn’t angry. She gently wrapped her arms

conference was drawing

desire. He scooped Kallie into his arms and carried

she playfully protested, “Jake, put me