Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1151:

The nurse, who had previously shown some arrogance toward Lacey, immediately shifted her demeanor. She had overheard everything, including Jake’s proposal, when she had pushed Lacey’s wheelchair into Jake’s ward earlier.

“Congratulations, Miss Payne. Mr. Reeves has been single all this time. You clearly mean a lot to him.”

Lacey reveled in the words, flashing a proud smirk.

“Of course.”

Jake’s proposal boosted Lacey’s confidence in her significance to him. Despite Kallie and Jake’s reconciliation and the deep affection they shared, they had never discussed remarriage. Therefore, Lacey believed Jake’s feelings for Kallie were lukewarm at best. Kallie might have been good at capturing Jake’s affection, but it was all in vain. Lacey was here to stay, and she was confident that one day, she would capture Jake’s heart completely.

The nurse continued with her string of flattering comments. Eventually, she broached the subject of Jake and Kallie’s children.

Mr. Reeves and Miss Nixon doesn’t stand a chance, you should still be careful. After all, they have children together. You will be their stepmother, and that can’t be

subtly clenched her teeth. It was true—she had nearly overlooked the three annoying children. Elma was easily

As Jake’s only son, Calvin was likely held in the highest regard. Jake probably planned for Calvin to inherit his business empire. Despite Calvin’s intelligence, he was rebellious and

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potentially have a few strategies of his own. She needed to figure out how to handle him, especially if she wanted to pave the way

Lacey, yet they hadn’t even discussed setting a date for their wedding or getting the marriage certificate. But here Lacey was, already plotting how to secure the inheritance for

her flat belly, a spark of determination lit up her eyes. As a doctor, she had always prioritized her health and

a deep sense of satisfaction wash over

captive. After confirming Calvin and Sophie were safe, Kallie had whisked Elma away from Clayton’s place, and they had left for

her, not even sending anyone to

abroad with Elma was to seek the expertise of top medical professionals. They moved from country to country, and finally, they began to see progress. Clayton’s