Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1262:

Hearing Jake’s detached response, Florrie gritted her teeth slightly. She managed a forced smile as she watched him walk away.

Byron supported Jake as they walked a considerable distance. Byron felt compelled to ask, “Why did Florrie share that with you? It seems odd.” Jake’s eyes were unreadable, like a fog that never lifted, making it impossible to figure out his thoughts. He responded casually, “Who knows?”

A thought suddenly struck Byron.

“While you were eating, I spotted some servants in the dining room. The woman Florrie mentioned had been dining with Mrs. White. However, once she learned you were coming, she excused herself, claiming she wasn’t feeling well. Perhaps, like you, she prefers not to be disturbed.”

Jake’s brow furrowed. If they were strangers, the woman had no reason to intentionally avoid him.

The longer Jake mulled it over, the stronger his sense of unease grew. Could it be someone he knew? Could it be Kallie? But that seemed farfetched. What would Kallie be doing here? It was said that the woman, well-acquainted with Gracelyn, had an accident while climbing and was now recovering here.

deeply. He was eager

his mind, Jake couldn’t resist looking over at

that woman before? Could you

Jake’s sudden interest, replied with enthusiasm, “I thought you

slightly, but

describing her to me? It feels like such a strange coincidence. Perhaps

awaits at

speak but hesitated, looking at Jake

it’s been days. I can’t recall any details of her appearance except that she was gorgeous. But it’s a small place. You’re both still here recuperating. Chances are

that this situation needed to be handled

assured Byron, “Let’s not dwell on it. Just a fleeting curiosity.

agreed and

her room, consumed by anxiety. She wondered how Jake was holding up. But at this moment, she couldn’t meet him. Worse, they lacked any means of communication. If Jake recognized her, it would complicate things for both of them and trap