Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1479:

Elma giggled. “Repay me? What for? Mom always says true friends don’t keep score. I’m your friend, silly. I want to be good to you because I care. Don’t ever say that again.”

Jeanette beamed, nodding in agreement. “I understand,” she replied, her voice filled with warmth.

Kallie, who had been eavesdropping from the doorway, breathed a sigh of relief. Entrusting Jeanette to Elma’s care seemed to be the right choice.

Yet, a wave of sadness washed over Kallie. Both Elma and Jeanette were vibrant young girls, full of life, but both had experienced such hardship and unfairness in their young lives.

Guilt gnawed at Kallie. She wished she had done more for Elma and protected her better. And seeing Jeanette, so vulnerable and brave, filled her with a deep sense of compassion.

The party finally began.

poured her heart and soul into planning the perfect welcome party for Jeanette. Invitations had been carefully

to Kallie and Jake, but at least

more, the merrier. A big crowd would make Jeanette feel special and loved. As long as they

then, an unexpected guest appeared,

brow furrowed with concern, approached Kallie. “Miss Nixon, we have unexpected guests from

Fletchers doing here? She had limited dealings with the Fletchers. The only

pause, Trent added, “It’s Miss Beth Fletcher. She claimed to be here for the welcome party and has

gⲁ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀.𝖼0𝗺, 𝓂𝒶𝓇𝒸𝒽 𝒽𝒾𝒹𝑒𝓃 𝗈𝗇

knot of unease tightened in Kallie’s stomach. She had a gut feeling that Beth would cause a scene. Their relationship was already strained, and it was surprising enough that Beth had shown up at a party hosted by her. And this welcome party was for Jeanette,

Kallie rubbed her temples in frustration. “Just send

afraid of Beth. After all, this was her and Jake’s territory. Plus, Beth wasn’t the sharpest tool in the shed and was only skilled at making things difficult for others. Dealing with her shouldn’t be a