Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife's Escape - Chapter 799

Chapter 799:

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Lacey didn’t think there was anything wrong with how she felt. Jake was strikingly handsome, with a cool, powerful aura and an air of mystery that checked every box on her list. Although Jake was married with children, it seemed his wife had long turned her back on him.

With a steadying breath, Lacey murmured to herself, “I have to be patient.” She still had time on her side. She could wait. Lacey figured that when Jake finally saw Kallie’s true colors, he would carve out a place for her in his heart.

Meanwhile, Jake sat alone in his room, deep in thought, unaware of the turmoil brewing in Lacey’s heart. He was meticulously planning his next move.

Jake hadn’t been able to approach the Reeves Group, despite his consistent attempts over the past few days. He acknowledged Edgar’s vigilance and initiative, recognizing the wisdom of his decision years ago to promote him.

Jake had also noticed an influx of new faces at the Reeves Group. Through his past dealings with the Morgan family, he immediately recognized a few of Clayton’s former close allies among them. These men appeared to be backing Edgar, occupying positions that, at first glance, seemed insignificant.

But Jake wasn’t fooled by this and recognized it as a clever maneuver designed to throw Edgar off guard, making him believe Clayton’s men were only there to help and not to stake any claim on the Reeves Group’s assets. What made this move even more convincing was the fact that Clayton had indeed been helping Kallie with several matters lately.

Few could have imagined that Clayton’s true motive for sending his men to Kallie’s company and the Reeves Group was to keep a close watch on Jake. At this point, Jake knew he had to tread carefully, despite his growing unease.

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What lifted Jake’s spirits was Kallie’s upcoming return to the country. He planned to devise a way to evade Clayton’s men and get closer to Kallie.

Jake pulled out his phone and clicked into a video— a recording of Sophie’s competition, which had been uploaded online. He watched it with a mix of emotions. Sophie had grown taller. Yet, he had missed out on her and the other kids growing up. He wondered if they would hold it against him. A shadow of regret flickered in Jake’s eyes.

After dinner, Lacey stared at Jake’s still-closed door, feeling down.

Jeanette approached, tilting her head. “Lacey, should I call Jake out for dinner?”

Lacey shook her head gently. “No, don’t disturb him. I’m going out for a walk.”

Jeanette nodded, understanding. After a moment’s pause, Jeanette rushed to catch up with Lacey. “Lacey, can I join you?”

Lacey nodded with a smile and affectionately patted Jeanette’s head. Together, they crossed the bustling street and entered a vibrant commercial area.

For Jeanette, who had grown up in a secluded village, everything around her was a dazzling wonder. Her eyes sparkled with curiosity as she took it all in.

“Everything is so fascinating! Lacey, look at that! It’s beautiful! And that smells amazing!” Jeanette exclaimed. “Lacey, can we buy that?” Jeanette raised her hand, pointing at a clothing store adorned with beautiful dresses displayed in the window.

Jeanette lowered her head with a hint of embarrassment. “Lacey, I just think those dresses are stunning. You would look amazing in them.”

Suddenly, Lacey’s mind drifted to Kallie. That day in the village, she had spotted Kallie wearing a dress from this very brand. Kallie was elegant, beautiful, graceful, and exuded an air of natural nobility.

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