Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1108:

Sophie quickly said, “Mom, you should go with my dad. Calvin and I are grown up now. We can manage on our own. Besides, I have a competition coming up soon and won’t be around, and Calvin also has his own contest to focus on. It makes sense for you to go with Elma.”

Sophie’s words tumbled out hurriedly, almost without a pause. Saying this, Sophie glanced anxiously at Kallie and Jake, catching her breath. She had accidentally overheard their conversation while walking by. Sophie hadn’t planned to listen in, but hearing her mom’s crying made her worried, and she jumped to the conclusion that they were having an argument. As she lingered, she heard Jake convincing Kallie to stay. Their concern for her and Calvin touched her heart deeply.

But it suddenly dawned on Sophie that if Jake went with Elma, Lacey would likely tag along. Who knew what Lacey was planning? She might seize the opportunity to do something with Kallie absent.

While Sophie was confident Jake had no interest in someone like Lacey, her parents had only just mended their relationship. She felt it was important to prevent anything that might disrupt that.

After a moment’s hesitation, Sophie decided to open the door and enter, bracing for their displeasure.

To Sophie’s relief, Kallie only offered a resigned smile.

“Did you rush in here just to say that?”

Sophie nodded, still scrambling for reasons to convince Kallie not to stay behind.

“Elma’s condition isn’t stable. Having both you and my dad there might speed her recovery. I do want your company, but more than that, I want Elma to get well.”

Kallie was moved by Sophie’s words. She approached Sophie, hugged her, and muttered softly, “Sweetheart, don’t hold back your feelings. You’re still a child and you need us.” Sophie felt a tickle in her nose as she clung to Kallie tightly.

“I do need you, but Elma needs you even more.”

Sophie’s resolve left Kallie with no choice. Kallie looked back at Jake helplessly.

Jake, not convinced, asked Leo to verify Sophie’s claims. Leo did, and it turned out that Sophie was telling the truth.

With this confirmation, Jake found himself without reasons to keep Kallie from going.

The day before their trip, Elma came to Kallie.

Elma was visibly better than she had been a few days ago and managed to walk a few steps with some help, though she still looked weak and pitiful.

When Kallie opened the door, she was stunned to see Elma standing there, clutching her favorite doll. She felt both shocked and concerned about Elma. She quickly embraced Elma and placed her hand on Elma’s forehead to feel her temperature.

Fortunately, Elma did not have a fever, and her temperature was stable.

Kallie’s tone was a mix of concern and gentle reproach.

“Why did you come here by yourself? Where are the maids?”

Elma gently shook her head and clung to Kallie’s neck. She then muttered softly, “I didn’t want them to follow. I missed you and decided to come look for you.”

Elma’s voice was tender and gentle. Any remaining displeasure in Kallie’s heart melted away immediately. She affectionately tapped Elma’s nose and laid her on the bed.

Elma snuggled into Kallie’s warm embrace, and a smile finally lit up her sweet face.noveldrama

In a gentle voice, Kallie asked, “What’s the matter, Elma? You look a little sad.”

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