Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1141:

Clayton laughed softly.

“You’re thinking too much. I plan to keep you around. You’re still valuable to me. Besides, I didn’t want Jake to die. If he died so easily, he wouldn’t be a worthy opponent. I’ve achieved my goal anyway. Don’t worry. If you’re ever caught, just come to me. Be it the Reeves Group or the Nixon Group, they’ll fall into my hands soon enough. Once Jake ceases to be a threat, I’ll imprison him and present him to you as a token of my appreciation for your help.”

Lacey listened to Clayton’s words and muttered, “You’ve gone mad. You’ve absolutely lost your mind!”

Clayton’s thinking must have been clouded by unrequited love. With Jake alive, he was bound to investigate the situation thoroughly. It would be nothing short of a miracle for her and Clayton to escape Jake’s punishment. Yet, Clayton allowed himself such deluded fantasies.

Lacey kept muttering under her breath that Clayton had gone mad and was on the verge of ending the call.

Clayton, sensing she hadn’t caught on to his scheme, said nothing. He worried she might panic, spill the beans, and destroy his intricate plan. In a burst of anger,

Clayton stopped her.

you want to know what else I’ve

Lacey asked, sounding utterly disinterested. She believed her

a harsh laugh, Clayton sent her several

up. Kallie and

together right away, she recognized a chance

now at

can I help you? I’ll do whatever it takes to remain safely by Jake’s side.” Now that Kallie was

Clayton’s plan, so he was transparent with her and

still has feelings for her. He had someone inform her about the situation, hoping that Kallie would bring Elma back. But since they’re both with me, they can’t go back. This situation

He was terrifying, like a venomous snake poised to strike