Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1431:

“I understand,” Kallie said. “I just wanted to keep you in the loop. And to be honest, after that long journey, I’m exhausted.”

Jake, concerned, scooped Kallie into his arms and carried her inside.

His office included a small lounge area, designed for taking breaks.

Noticing the pristine condition of the bed, Kallie raised an eyebrow. “You’ve never actually used this to rest, have you?” she questioned.

“Of course I have,” Jake lied smoothly. “I often rest at my apartment. I don’t usually stay here.”

you can fool me,” she said. “You’re so picky about cleanliness. You don’t like staying anywhere but your own home. And you don’t even have an apartment here. The nearest one is too far from the office, making it inconvenient to commute. You’re probably staying at the company or the hotel next door. But you don’t like hotels, so you must be sleeping in this lounge. Judging by how neat it is, you haven’t been resting well. Jake,

covered her face with her hands, refusing to

get angry over Lisa, but she would definitely be upset about

sorry. I shouldn’t have lied to you. I promise I’ll get proper rest from now on,” Jake quickly reassured her, his eyes filled with remorse. His expression

the time.

the bed, tugging on

slightly as he settled beside Kallie, drawing her into his arms. Though he

How about this?

going on about? I don’t need you to keep me company. I want you to rest. Those dark circles under your eyes are a testament to your exhaustion. You’re not getting any younger. You can’t burn the candle at both

and his hold on Kallie’s hand tightened just a touch, his voice laced with a playful yet undeniably present edge. “Youngsters, huh? And just who might these paragons of youthful energy

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