Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1389:

The effect was immediate. Like the sun breaking through storm clouds, Jake’s entire demeanor shifted. His smile transformed him. He became even more handsome, radiating a charm that momentarily stole Kallie’s breath.

Kallie was baffled by the sheer magnetism Jake possessed. After all these years, his face still held that same dangerous allure, a fatal attraction that could ensnare any woman.

A satisfied expression settled on Jake’s face. He nodded.

“I like this reward.”

A playful question escaped Kallie’s lips.

“Are you that easily pleased? Is that all it takes?”

A spark ignited in Jake’s eyes, a predatory gleam. He leaned in and reached out, his fingers gently but firmly encircling Kallie’s wrist, a subtle but undeniable assertion of control. She was effectively trapped, unable to pull away without a struggle.

look, a theatrical glare meant

piece of work, you know that? Pushing your luck

sound escaping him as he gazed at Kallie, his voice a low, husky

I am, but you let me,

herself momentarily speechless. Damn it, he was right. If she’d truly wanted him to back off, she would have had

thigh, Kallie’s eyes opened wide in surprise. She wanted to stop him, but Jake was too strong for her to get away. Kallie softened her tone, pleading, “Can we make out another day? I’m so tired from Elma’s birthday

through the flimsy facade. He knew damn well it was just a convenient excuse, a polite way of saying “not tonight.” He wasn’t fooled. She’d often give him those puppy-dog eyes, trying to play

doable. I’m off on a

best

words were practically growled through clenched teeth, and Kallie felt her legs

caring at this point, she kissed

promise to