Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1117:

Clayton, with a disappointed look and a hint of bitterness, responded, “I don’t wish to bother you. I respect your decision. Even though you knew we were once married, you still choose Jake, didn’t you?” His reddened eyes and pale demeanor underscored his vulnerability.

Kallie felt a wave of conflicting emotions and struggled to find words. She felt no affection for Clayton but was overwhelmed by a sense of guilt she could not dismiss. She speculated it was tied to their past. With caution, Kallie inquired, “Did we share an unusual relationship previously?”

Clayton nodded, the disappointment in Kallie’s eyes deepening his pain.

“Not in the way you might think. We were never married,” he clarified.

Relieved by his confirmation, Kallie felt a burden lift. Realizing they had never been married confirmed her continuous love for Jake and that she had not betrayed anyone.

at ease, Kallie

in his eyes and

you. You were merely one of many flings

her cool, replying sharply, “I refuse

gave a

my words, do you

Once this feeling took hold, she found it impossible to shake off. It intensified, occupying her thoughts. Clayton quickly picked up on Kallie’s discomfort and was complacent. He pulled out his smartphone and forcibly showed her several pictures. The pictures showed intimate moments on a bed. Lacey’s eyes were out of focus and her cheeks

the latest

echoing in her head. She felt herself losing control, teetering on the edge

and she said with a strained voice, “I don’t trust these pictures. They could

Jake. His deep affection for her was clear. She was sure he had no feelings for Lacey. He didn’t love Lacey. How could