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.

situation intrigued Jake deeply. He was eager to

this on his mind, Jake

you say you caught a glimpse of that woman before? Could you tell me

off guard by Jake’s sudden interest, replied with enthusiasm, “I

slightly, but he

me? It feels like such a strange coincidence. Perhaps I

adventure awaits

to speak but hesitated, looking at Jake

she was gorgeous. But it’s

that this situation needed to be handled delicately. Acting rashly could get

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

agreed and dropped

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