Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1220:

She was aware of how much Clayton had done to drive a wedge between her and Jake, deceiving her along the way. Yet, she was still grappling with unresolved issues, like Elma’s condition. Jake had insisted on Lacey’s treatments, but Elma’s health had only deteriorated, despite the deceptive signs of recovery. Kallie wondered if Jake was even aware of the harm Lacey had discreetly caused to Elma or if he had deliberately ignored it.

Feeling the weight of uncertainty, Kallie was just about to close the chat when her hand slipped, accidentally calling Jake.

She quickly tried to end the call, but Jake picked up immediately, his voice filled with concern and urgency.

“What’s wrong? Did something happen?”

Kallie hesitated, hearing the worry in his voice. She then spoke.

“Nothing’s wrong. Didn’t you say you wanted to set a time to talk? Have you decided on a time?”

“Yes,” Jake replied softly.

“How about tomorrow? We’re both going to Clayton’s birthday party. Maybe we could find a quiet moment to talk there.”

was casual, as if attending Clayton’s birthday was just another ordinary outing

slightly at this, knowing well that Clayton would hate seeing them together, especially at his

time. If we can’t, then I won’t be at the party tomorrow,” Kallie suggested, hoping to avoid any drama at the

her caution. He knew she preferred not to be seen together, perhaps out of

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if Kallie was overly considerate of Clayton’s feelings, not wanting him to see them together. Jake pressed the issue, asking, “Why do you want another time? Are

name, was not in the mood for further discussion. Her voice chilled as she replied, “I’ll confirm the time and place later and let you know. Whether you attend

ended the

stared at the disconnected

Kallie sent him only an address, indicating her indifference to whether he

of frustration,

further

aside, rubbed his temples, and let out a self-deprecating laugh, feeling his self-respect slipping away. Unbeknownst to him, Lacey had overheard their conversation from the

had prepared a