Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1223:

Lacey stayed silent for a long time. Her face was streaked with tears. She didn’t need Clayton to point out her bleak future; it was just that she had been reluctant to face the bitter truth until now.

Clayton almost ended the call due to her prolonged silence, but finally, Lacey spoke.

“What exactly do you expect me to do?”

A grin of satisfaction spread across Clayton’s face.

“The plan is simple. I’ll arrange for someone to cover for you and get you out of the Reeves residence tomorrow. From there, you’ll need to stay close to Jake and Kallie. Remember, I’m offering you this one last chance as a way out. Whether you take it or not depends entirely on how determined you are.”

Lacey inhaled sharply, her eyes growing cold.

“I understand.” She promptly ended the call, not waiting for Clayton’s reply.

following day, Jake arrived early at

opted for extra caution, avoiding enclosed spaces like cafes and instead choosing the openness of

the sunrise. The dawn was breaking, and the mountain

if Kallie was dressed warmly enough for the cold, and a smile tugged at

I thought,” a voice said from behind,

his usual aloof and

is where stories

complemented her rosy complexion. Her skin appeared as delicate as porcelain, making Jake want to

he looked no older than he had in his twenties, even though he was actually

of him, even with her indifferent gaze, left

Jake and Kallie’s relationship was strong. Kallie’s eyes would light up with subtle joy and surprise whenever she saw him. Despite her

it was the most beautiful sound Jake had