Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1139

Chapter 1139:

Jake lowered his gaze, lost in contemplation. After a prolonged silence, he finally spoke.

“Leo, understand this: Kallie deliberately intoxicated me.”

Shock coursed through Leo. This revelation was unexpected. Jake’s tone conveyed blame and suspicion toward Kallie.

Leo countered, “Conflicts may exist between you and Miss Nixon, but surely she wouldn’t stoop to this level.”

Jake listened and then erupted in a chilling laugh.

“Are you suggesting blind faith in a relationship, Leo? Relying solely on conscience? I extended that trust, but look at my current state.”

Jake’s agitation triggered a coughing fit. The potent poison, though not fatal, had exacted a toll on his health. He might endure a weakened constitution indefinitely.

recalling Jake’s prior vitality. A wave of sadness washed over

such circumstances. However, the timing was undeniably off. Kallie’s

if under surveillance, Kallie’s thoughts would remain private. Plus, Kallie hadn’t

Jake. But he couldn’t bring himself to defend her. He just stood there in silence. Anything else he said would only annoy Jake further. Exhausted,

tales live

want to be alone

nodded and quietly left the

a long silence, he let out a hollow laugh, full of bitterness and loneliness. He

explained why she had suddenly turned so cold toward him. He had been so oblivious and foolish to

it might happen someday. He just hadn’t expected her to be so cruel. He wasn’t upset that she had almost killed him. He was wounded by her betrayal. If she had really wanted him dead, she could have just told him. He would have gladly given her his life. He would

realized that despite everything, Jake still wanted to hear Kallie’s side of the story. Jake’s love for

He needed to find Kallie. Kallie had called Leo

was lying. If she had wanted to leave, she could have just left. There was