Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1154:

Sophie, unfazed by the worry, gave Kallie a reassuring smile.

“Mom, perhaps you should take your own advice. Elma mentioned your many restless nights. You really should get some rest.”

Kallie shook her head dismissively.

“I’m fine, really. Just feeling a bit down.”

Sophie’s expression turned serious, a hint of conflict in her gaze. She hesitated but then spoke her mind.

“Mom, this might not be the right time, but you need to hear this. A few days back, we got an invite to his and Lacey’s engagement party. He hopes Calvin and I will come.”

Sophie bit her lip, casting a worried look at her mother.

remained composed and simply

scene in front of a crowd. It seems they care too much about their image to not invite

Suddenly, she felt a wave of frustration without any clear reason, her eyes

be. I can’t

to see him as your father, but remember, he is still family. That bond

Sophie was clearly troubled.

nothing to him. His heartlessness

more at

extent of Jake and Lacey’s schemes, Sophie had pieced together bits of their plans. This only deepened her disdain for him. The more she had once respected him, the more she

and resignation as

be useful if you face any difficulties. After all, you are his

Group was prospering. Despite the rise of the Nixon Group, it stood no chance against the well-established Reeves empire. Engaging in a direct confrontation could devastate both sides, possibly bankrupting the Nixon Group. Such an outcome

impulsive actions