Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1312:

Jake studied Florrie carefully, sensing something off. Was she trying to set him up with Kallie? Why? Could it have been Gracelyn’s orders? His mind raced with possibilities, and he suddenly asked, “So, what do you think I should do to mend my relationship with Miss Nixon?”

Florrie’s eyes sparkled with delight at his willingness to play along. She led him to the balcony.

That was when Jake noticed the only two rooms with large balconies were his and Kallie’s. More importantly, their balconies were connected, so if he wanted, he could easily step over to see Kallie. A thrill shot through Jake, but he quickly masked it, turning back to Florrie with a frown.

“No, this isn’t appropriate. Change my room. Miss Nixon’s already in a bad mood, and if she finds out I’m next door, she’ll only hate me more.”

Florrie tensed, briefly panicking that Jake wasn’t interested in Kallie. But then she understood the meaning behind his words and felt relieved. She couldn’t help but laugh.

“Don’t worry, Miss Nixon isn’t that petty. Besides, Mrs. White arranged all of this, and Miss Nixon always listens to her the most.”

hesitated and then acted

the faint sounds of conversation but wasn’t paying much attention. She was too lost in her thoughts, replaying everything that had happened today. A dull ache pulsed behind her

crept in. She rubbed her forehead and instructed

came in to assist her with washing up and settling

the lights and stepped out, standing guard just

at

don’t want to be disturbed tonight. I’m exhausted, so I’ll be sleeping deeply. You’re free

glances. It was tempting. Taking care of a paralyzed person day in and day out was exhausting, even with the

behind just in case Kallie required anything. The last thing

faint footsteps outside, Kallie unexpectedly felt

snapped her awake. Kallie was a light sleeper, so she

intact, with no signs of the handle