Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1265:

Kallie bowed her head and said dismissively, “Believe it or not, that’s up to you.”

“I believe you, I really do,” Calvert quickly reassured Kallie, scared of upsetting her.

“I definitely believe you.”

Seizing the moment, Kallie continued, “My actual concern isn’t my husband but my lover. We’ve been close for years. We started as friends, but when my husband began his affairs, I couldn’t bear it and turned to my lover. Initially, it was liberating, but eventually, his overbearing nature became unbearable. He was excessively possessive, always needing to know where I was. He even had people follow me.”

That was why I fled to the cliff, hoping to find some peace for a few days. I never anticipated meeting you all. When Gracelyn proposed I stay, it seemed like a good escape. I thought this place would be beyond my lover’s reach. But now, I’m not so sure. He might send someone to capture me and imprison me forever. If that were to happen, I’d rather remain here.”

With that, Kallie began to weep again, impressed by her own acting skills.

Calvert’s expression grew so tense that it looked as though he could split a nut between his brows. He was entirely unfamiliar with Kallie’s past and was taken aback by her openness in sharing such personal details. She had not only confided in him but had done so without holding anything back. This left him deeply puzzled.

Finally, he couldn’t help

Calvert with eyes full of mock expectation, Kallie said, “Didn’t you say you love me?

was a chauvinist. Naturally, he couldn’t tolerate his woman being involved with another man. However, Kallie’s seemingly open and honest

to justify the situation to himself. Kallie was attractive and wealthy, so it seemed natural for her to be involved with another man. Plus, his interest in Kallie wasn’t

bother him much. Moreover, her willingness to share such personal details suggested some level of emotional connection. She must have some interest

thinking it over, he decided he could endure the situation temporarily. Should it become unbearable, he reasoned, he could always punish her

to terms with the situation,

“Who is your lover?”

is Clayton Morgan,”

whole world for me right now. I think you should let him know I’m here

Kallie said this, she looked shyly at

charm and that fleeting glance quickly washed away Calvert’s earlier displeasure and brought a smile to his face. Feeling more confident, he reached out to touch Kallie’s face. When she didn’t draw back, his satisfaction