Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 177: Sarah glanced down, noticing her body covered in swollen mosquito bites. Despite Sarah having specifically instructed the servants not to disturb her last night, the night had passed, and it was now morning. The garden was bustling with activity as the servants went about their morning duties, casting curious and somewhat pitying glances at Sarah.

The evening prior, Sarah had demanded much from the staff, insisting that swho had already completed their shifts stay late to help arrange the perfect setting for what she had hoped would be a romantic rendezvous. Sarah's insistence had not gone unnoticed, and now, as she sat there in the light of day, it was clear to everyone that she had waited alone all night.

Explore fantastic tales on galnov☐☐s;Feeling the weight of their stares—a mix of judgment and curiosity-Sarah's frustration and embarrassment boiled over, causing her to tremble with anger. Sarah's voice rose sharply as she shouted at the servants, "Stop gawking! Isn't there work to be done?" Her command scattered them swiftly, but the sting of their mocking looks lingered, deepening her humiliation.

Seething, Sarah made her way back to the mansion, intent on confronting Jake for answers. Yet, as she approached his quarters, hesitation slowed her steps. Perhaps Jake had a legitimate reason for missing the night. Discovering that Edgar was not yet on duty and unavailable to provide insights added to her frustration.

With no outlet for her escalating anger, Sarah's emotions exploded into physical action as she violently shattered several bottles. Caught in a whirlwind of fury, an idea suddenly occurred to her. Kallie was a convenient scapegoat for her ire.

With renewed purpose, Sarah rounded up a few servants and strode toward Kallie's room.

As Kallie awoke to the morning sunlight filtering through the window, she paused, momentarily disoriented as if parts of her memory were missing. Just as she was beginning to gather her thoughts, Jake stirred beside her, jolting her back to reality. The memories of the previous night flooded back, and with them, a wave of horror washed over Kallie. She couldn't believe she had allowed herself to fall asleep so defenselessly next to Jake.

Kallie tried to rise but found Jake's hand still resting on her, holding her in place. While Kallie pondered how to gently awaken him without causing a scene, a commotion at the door caught her attention. The rapid footsteps approached, growing louder. Then, forceful banging on the door echoed through the room.

"Kallie, open the door now!" It was Sarah's voice, insistent and sharp, resonating with urgency and anger.

Kallie's muscles tensed up, and she nudged Jake with more urgency. Jake stirred at the noise, his eyes flickering open for a moment, but he quickly dismissed the disturbance and drifted back to sleep.

Panic initially gripped Kallie, but a sudden realization washed over her, steadying her nerves. Why was she panicking? She and Jake were still legally married, even if their relationship was in nonly. Why did she feel as though she was about to be caught in an affair? Setting her jaw, Kallie quickly typed a message on her phone and held the device close to Jake's ear after activating the text-to-speech function. The phone's mechanical, female voice cut sharply through the quiet of the room, grating on his senses. “Sarah's at the door. I want to avoid any . I'm going to let her in shortly, and you'll need to clear things up with her. If you don't manage, I'll take care of it myself. Remember, the cameras by my door captured everything, proving you chere voluntarily last night." Jake finally opened his eyes, clearly annoyed by the disruption. He managed a half-smile and lazily commented, "She's here? So? What's got you so worked up?" Kallie's expression darkened even more. "Are you joking? Whatever problems you have with her have nothing to do with me. I don't want to get caught in the middle." Jake made no move to get up. Instead, he casually took out his phone and sent a quick message. Frustrated, Kallie gritted her teeth, determined to resolve the situation herself.

Just as her hand reached the doorknob, Sarah's demeanor shifted tically. "Forget this. Let's go. I have better things to do than waste my there," Sarah declared, leading her entourage away.

Stunned, Kallie paused for a moment. When she turned around, Jake was already standing, fully dressed, his expression as cold and detached as ever. Jake gave Kallie a brief, indifferent glance before coolly brushing past her out of the room. His demeanor was utterly dispassionate, as if the intimacy of the previous night had never occurred.

Once Jake had departed and the atmosphere in the room seemed to breathe again without his imposing presence, Kallie took a moment to piece together the events. Kallie speculated that Jake and Sarah must have quarreled, prompting Jake, in his frustration, to seek refuge at her place just to vent. With this in mind, Kallie made a mental note to keep her door locked in the future.

Under the terms of her current arrangement with Jake, Kallie knew she was bound to stay here for quite stime. Her top priorities were the health of her unborn child and her own well-being. She couldn't afford to let the chaos of others disrupt her peace.

As reality snapped back into focus, Kallie suddenly recalled that today was the day of Sarah's birthday party, and she had planned to meet Irene. Remembering this commitment, Kallie quickly gathered herself and hurried out to attend to her plans.

When Kallie arrived at the meeting spot, she found Irene waiting, her anxiety palpable. As soon as Irene caught sight of Kallie from a distance, she hurried over, her eyes scanning Kallie meticulously from head to toe. Once Irene was satisfied that Kallie appeared unharmed, her tense expression softened.

"I got so worried when you didn't show up or answer my texts. I was just about to call the police and get in touch with Mr. Hayes," Irene explained, her voice laden with concern.

Kallie shook her head and offered a reassuring smile. She gestured to communicate that she had been held up by a minor complication earlier in the day, which had caused her delay. Kallie reassured Irene that everything was alright, which helped calm her nerves.

Together, they finished preparing and made their way to the hotel where Sarah's birthday party was being held. "Kallie!" Just as they approached the entrance, a female voice called out.

Kallie turned around to find Linsey rushing toward her, a friend she hadn't seen in quite stime. Linsey reached Kallie in seconds, excitement bubbling over as she grasped Kallie's arm.

"I went abroad for a bit, and I've been meaning to see you as soon as I returned, but I forgot. I've missed you so much!" Linsey exclaimed, her enthusiasm unmistakable.

Kallie was equally thrilled to reunite with her friend. She had been somewhat aware of Linsey's travels abroad. Despite the gap since their last meeting, Kallie and Linsey had stayed in close contact through messages. Yet, Kallie had chosen not to share the recent troubling events in her life with Linsey.

Out of politeness, Kallie gestured to ask Linsey about her brother.

Linsey's face immediately took on a complex expression, and after a brief pause, she replied, “He just tied the knot, actually. He's been quite wrapped up with his wife, leaving little room for much else."

Kallie was slightly taken aback by the news but quickly recovered, her surprise turning into a genuine smile. She warmly offered her sincerest congratulations, happy for Linsey's brother despite the unexpected update. Kallie gestured, a touch of surprise in her movements, indicating she hadn't heard about the wedding and it might be too late now to send a gift, but she extended her best wishes for a happy marriage all the same.

Linsey chuckled dryly and muttered under her breath, "If he knew you said that, he might not take it too well!" might not take i e Ethan had been rushed into marriage more by familial pressure than desire a detail Kallie missed in Linsey's quiet utterance. Glancing at her watch, Kallie linked arms with Linsey, suggesting they head inside to the event.

As the twere about to enter, a familiar voice stopped them in their tracks. Ethan appeared, his armm linked with a woman whose poise withg and elegance were apparent. Despite her refined appearance, her eyes held a sharp, calculating glint, and her outfit was chosen with meticulous care. "Hi, Kallie!" Ethan greeted her, his tone marked by a mix of emotions. “It's been a while.” Kallie nodded, pausing to type a response on her phone. She looked up at him with a neutral expression and showed him the screen. "It's good to see you! Congratulations on your marriage!"