Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1500:

The events of the night before swirled in her mind, making her question Clayton’s feelings. To add to her uncertainty, Clayton had left by the time she woke up.

Feeling anxious, Caitlin reached for her phone and saw a message from Kallie.

While Kallie’s message had been sent out of concern, Caitlin, having experienced the drug’s effects, interpreted those words differently. Kallie’s inquiries about her location seemed as if it were her unease talking, seeking confirmation whether her actions yesterday had succeeded.

Overcome with anger and hurt, Caitlin flung her phone aside.

At the sound, Clayton rushed in from outside.

to see that Clayton hadn’t actually left. Tears immediately filled her

and embraced her, his face showing a trace of sorrow. “Caitlin, don’t cry. This is on me. I should never have taken advantage of you while you weren’t thinking straight last night.

looked at Clayton with urgency, shaking her head repeatedly. “No, Clayton, my anger and pain

because I’ve complicated your life. Beth targeted you because of me. I’ve thought it through. I’ll tell the police everything. Beth and I will accept whatever comes

Caitlin. He continued sincerely, “You might find this hard to believe,

surprise and happiness. Clayton had just admitted his feelings for her.

was struck with sudden panic. Acting on impulse,

leave.” Caitlin’s voice shook as she added shyly, “To me, you’re the most important person. What will I do if you go? Besides, none of this is your fault. It would mean everything to me if you didn’t despise me. I’ve had feelings for you for so long. I never acted on them because you were engaged. But now that we have… Clayton, can I ask you a question? Is there a chance for us? Could

gⲁ𝗅𝓝𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀.𝗰0𝗺´ 𝘾𝒽𝓮𝒸𝓀 𝒶𝓾𝓉𝒽 𝓬𝓸𝓹𝓎

missed, a shadow passed over Clayton’s eyes, and his lips curled into a strange smile. But when he turned back to face her, any