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.

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

an instant, and she subtly clenched her teeth. It was true—she had nearly overlooked the three annoying children. Elma was easily dismissed. She would die soon

girl, Sophie was manageable. But Calvin was a different story. As Jake’s only son, Calvin was likely held in the highest regard. Jake probably planned

next adventure

own. She needed to figure out how to handle him, especially if she wanted to pave the way for her future

a date for their wedding or getting the marriage certificate. But here Lacey

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

out her future, feeling a deep sense of satisfaction

word, Clayton didn’t hold Kallie and Elma captive. After confirming Calvin and Sophie were safe, Kallie had whisked Elma away from Clayton’s place, and they had

her, not even sending

They moved from country to country, and finally, they began to see progress. Clayton’s claims had