Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1532:

A smirk tugged at Kallie’s lips. “See? With all the attention you get, you don’t have to worry about ever being lonely.”

Jake’s gaze darkened ever so slightly, his expression unreadable.

Kallie realized her mistake a second too late. Before she could react, Jake moved swiftly, lifting her effortlessly onto his shoulder as if she weighed nothing.

“Jake!” she gasped, wriggling in protest. But the height made her rethink her resistance, and she instinctively clung to him, her arms looping around his neck for stability.

He chuckled, clearly enjoying himself, but didn’t take it too far.

When they reached the shoreline, he finally set her down.

The cool waves lapped at their feet, the water neither too cold nor too warm—just enough to soothe the lingering heat of the day.

took a small step back, frowning slightly. “You know swimming isn’t

softened. He knew why. The past still haunted her, the fear lingering like a shadow she couldn’t quite escape. But that was exactly

voice low and serious,

seriously, “I understand you’re frightened and haven’t forgotten the past. But you should know that many eyes are on us now. While I

truth in his words. Yet, the challenge of overcoming her fears in such a short

paused as she neared

to provide her with reassurance and comfort

reassured her gently. “I’m right here with you. Nothing

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a weak smile. With Jake’s solid

the water reached her waist, Kallie’s body began to

intensifying Kallie’s fear and causing her to nearly lose her

her discomfort, furrowed his brow and suggested, “Let’s call it a day and head back.