Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1198:

Lacey froze as if she had been caught in the act. She snapped, “It’s none of your business! You have no right to interfere in my affairs.”

The butler smirked coldly and…

“That’s right. It’s none of my business. However, Mr. Reeves didn’t ask for your opinion. He simply informed me that he wanted to see you. If you would rather not be escorted by the bodyguards, I suggest you go to him yourself.”

Lacey’s legs threatened to give way beneath her. Her mind raced with endless possibilities. For a fleeting moment, she even considered running.

Jake had been buried in his work at the company lately. It was already a challenge to catch a glimpse of him, let alone have him ask to meet her now. However, he abruptly demanded to see her at this delicate moment, which naturally caused Lacey to overthink.

Lacey clenched her jaw and reluctantly agreed. After all, she knew Jake well. If he had discovered something, he wouldn’t have let it slide. He would have dug deeper and certainly wouldn’t have asked to meet her if he suspected her involvement. Maybe she was just reading too much into it. Even though Lacey reassured herself, a wave of unease lingered. Her tightly clenched hands trembled ever so slightly.

Ever watchful, the butler picked up on Lacey’s unusual demeanor. His instincts told him something was wrong.

into the study,

today. If she did, find out when and with whom she met.” The

like a drum, Lacey

stood by the floor-to-ceiling window, hands in his pockets. His tall figure, silhouetted against the light, exuded

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Lacey asked cautiously, “Mr. Reeves, what did you want

turned at the sound of her voice. His dark eyes locked onto hers,

hint of emotion in his gaze. He didn’t appear angry, but the weight of his stare sent a shiver

here,” Jake said to

heart pounded in

to a chair, silently

preamble, Jake asked, “Do you really have