Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1192:

Jake’s lips curled into a small, knowing smile. No matter what she said, he was convinced her anger was a mask for something deeper. He pushed forward, his tone casual yet calculated.

“Look, I don’t want to drag this into the courtroom. It’s a headache for both of us. And I know how stubborn you are. You’d burn everything down before you let me take the kids.”

Kallie’s eyes narrowed, her voice dripping with scorn.

“You’re absolutely right. So why bother? Is making me miserable the only thing that keeps you entertained these days?”

Jake wasn’t fazed by Kallie’s sharp retort. He leaned back in his chair, glancing through the car window at Elma, whose fiery glare could’ve melted glass. She was locked in his car, stewing in her own fury, but he was in no rush to deal with her.

“I know exactly what you’re up to,” Jake said, his tone almost playful.

trying to get the kids out of my reach while you still

for a reply, the

realization struck. Blood drained from her face, leaving her pale as a sheet. She spun on

I need to leave right away. I’ll be back

expression shifted to concern, but his tone remained

make sure

She turned to leave, her steps hurried, but before

your imagination soar

Kallie’s knees gave out, and she crumpled to the floor, the heat and chaos pressing down on her like an invisible weight. Her heart pounded wildly as her mind raced

her breath hitching as her gaze locked onto the inferno consuming the building. It was the building Brysen had entered moments ago with the

to extinguish the raging flames. Kallie stood frozen, her face draining of color. Ignoring the sting of her scraped knee, she forced herself upright and stumbled through the frantic crowd, desperately searching for Brysen. Deep inside, a

thoughts raced, a whirlwind of confusion and terror. Her ashen

to Kallie’s side, steadying her as