Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1158:

Lacey, puzzled, replied, “A contract? What are you talking about?” She was completely unaware of any such agreement, and Jake had never mentioned it.

At the butler’s gesture, an assistant presented a document to her.

“Considering your engagement party is imminent, Mr. Reeves was explicit—no contract signature, no appearance.” The butler continued, “Remember, he is looking for a partner in marriage, not necessarily love.”

As Lacey perused the contract, her complexion paled. The document explicitly outlined that their union was purely transactional—offering social elevation and financial stability but devoid of affection. Any breach of their agreement—refraining from private intimacy—would lead to an immediate divorce.

Jake’s terms were stern but clear: signing the contract would not only legitimize her as Mrs. Reeves, fulfilling her aspirations, but also enrich her by ten million dollars.

Money was indeed a necessity for Lacey. Yet, she was confident that as Mrs. Reeves, financial shortages would be a thing of the past. Jake’s intentions were now crystal clear. If Lacey refused to sign the contract, she risked becoming the laughingstock at the engagement party, gaining nothing.

annoyed Lacey. In recent days, she had felt on top of the world, eager to announce her upcoming marriage to Jake. She had reached out to numerous media outlets to share her news. She wanted to show Kallie her new

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was aware of the situation

triumphant and proud. Now, her feelings had turned to regret. The engagement party was set to be a grand affair with many

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clench her teeth and crumple the contract in

butler quickly

one copy of that contract. If it’s damaged, Mr. Reeves will take it as a rejection

relaxed her hold on the paper. She eyed the butler with suspicion and declared, “I don’t believe Mr. Reeves would say that. You must

accusations, responded sharply, “I doubt you’re suited to be Mrs. Reeves, but I wouldn’t fabricate this. It’s Mr. Reeves’ personal affair, not mine. I wouldn’t risk my position over such a lie. You must realize,

felt frustration rise within her. The sharp-tongued nature of the staff at

Lacey stood her ground.

Reeves. If you’re refusing, it means you’re concealing