Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1175:

Leo fell silent, reading Jake’s turmoil in the tight set of his shoulders. He knew Jake had only engaged Lacey to stage a show. She was docile enough to fulfill the role. But now, the picture was shifting. Lacey’s ambition was showing through.

Even after Jake made it clear their engagement was purely a partnership—that he felt no genuine affection for her—Lacey was clearly playing a deeper game of her own.

Jake’s expression twisted in disgust, as if recalling something repellent.

“I won’t be staying here for the next few days,” he said, his voice flat.

“Don’t mention any of this to Lacey. If she comes around with questions, tell her not to get any ideas—otherwise, she’s out immediately.”

His tone made it plain: he despised Lacey.

Leo nodded silently in response.

Jake continued, “Keep up the investigation. Lacey is our prime suspect, but that doesn’t mean others aren’t involved.”

party ended the day before, Lacey had been on edge. Word was that Jake intended to find out who pushed Sophie into the lake. Yet, three days had

that Jake had already traced it back to her. Her heart clenched at the thought. If he’d

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and panic

wasn’t I informed about this? Am I really so worthless that no one bothers to tell me anything?” The butler, calm in

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orders. If you feel unfairly treated, perhaps you should think about what you’ve done. He hasn’t cast you out

of indignation and unease flashing

anything wrong. There’s been a misunderstanding. If you don’t believe me, fine. I’ll speak to Jake directly—he’ll believe

Lacey could brush past him, the

told you anything yet. How can you be so sure what this

accused of something she hadn’t done. It was her first time being framed, and it stung far worse than she ever imagined.

do with you!”

to speak to

with an apologetic

but Mr. Reeves believes this is a delicate time.