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.

etched with confusion. Finally, he couldn’t help

mock expectation, Kallie said, “Didn’t you say you love me? If you truly love someone,

involved with another man. However, Kallie’s seemingly open and honest demeanor caught him off guard

attractive and wealthy, so it seemed natural for her to

on her wealth. Her affair with another shouldn’t bother him much. Moreover, her willingness to share such personal details suggested some level of emotional connection. She must have some interest in him. Otherwise,

could endure the situation temporarily. Should it become unbearable, he reasoned, he could always

comforting himself for some time, Calvert grudgingly came to

“Who is your lover?”

Clayton Morgan,” Kallie

now. I think you should let him know I’m here and

said this, she looked shyly at Calvert, her performance

Calvert’s earlier displeasure and brought a smile to his face. Feeling more confident,