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.

Jake arrived early at the designated meeting spot

avoiding enclosed spaces like cafes

to watch the sunrise. The dawn was breaking, and the

a smile tugged at his

than I thought,” a

quickly composed himself and turned to face Kallie, maintaining his usual aloof and dignified demeanor. However, his

is where

attire consisted of hiking gear and a red jacket that complemented her rosy complexion. Her skin appeared as delicate as porcelain, making Jake want to touch it

found something peculiar. Most people commented that he looked no older than he had in his twenties, even though he was actually in his thirties. But standing next to Kallie,

her indifferent gaze, left Jake feeling dazed,

would light up with subtle joy and surprise whenever she saw him. Despite her speech challenges,

awkward at times, it was the most beautiful sound Jake