Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1163:

Lacey, however, gently shook her head.

“Minna, that’s not why I brought you here. On the contrary, I want you to treat them kindly. Provide them with the finest care possible.”

Realizing Lacey’s strategy in an instant, Minna’s eyes lit up with realization.

“Ah, I understand now, Mrs. Reeves. By doing so, no one will be able to fault you. There will be no rumors of them suffering under their stepmother’s care.”

Lacey had not considered this angle before. Her plan wasn’t to mistreat Sophie or Calvin. They were anything but ordinary children. Their sharp minds brimmed with endless schemes and strategies. They had appeared so suddenly, and Lacey suspected they were here to stir up trouble.

Deciding it best to feign ignorance, Lacey resolved to treat them with exceptional kindness. Surely, many would take note of her magnanimity. If the children tried anything, it would not go unnoticed. Perhaps, under such watchful eyes, they would choose to behave themselves.

soon. Her current dynamics with Jake, however, were strained and tinged with discomfort. She knew better than to stir any trouble that might upset Jake, opting instead for

be ample time in the future to address any

made his entrance. Dressed in a tailor-made suit, he exuded an effortless

her composure and moved toward him. Yet, she consciously chose not to take his hand, maintaining a

features softening as he observed

New updates in g?lησvℯ?s․com

other guests, their interaction watched closely by several young ladies who harbored feelings for Jake.

resentful glances struck

her quite upset. Some had treated her with disdain or had outright ignored her. However, things had changed. She was

in various ceremonies together. Jake was compliant but distant.

Unlike his past marriage to Kallie,