Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 1512:

After soothing Caitlin, Clayton had barely stepped out of the hospital when his phone buzzed. Beth’s name flashed on the screen.

Beth’s voice drifted through, light and coy. “Clayton, you must come to my father’s birthday party next week. I can’t keep making excuses for you. If you don’t show up this time, they’ll start asking questions.”

Clayton frowned in annoyance. “Do I really have to go?”

A quick glance at his watch told him the party clashed with his plan to take Caitlin out for a much-needed breather. In truth, attending the party wasn’t entirely out of the question, but knowing Caitlin’s temperament—her worries would surface, and she might overthink. And right now, keeping Caitlin content was crucial.

Beth let out a couple of soft hums. “You haven’t been that busy lately. Even if you don’t want to go, can’t you attend for my sake just this once? Besides, if you refuse, I might start thinking you’ve got someone else.”

Clayton’s fingers tightened around his phone. She knew exactly how to corner him. “Fine,” he said at last. “I’ll be there.”

Beth’s mood lifted instantly as she ended the call. She turned to the butler beside her. “How’s the house purchase going?”

The butler looked troubled. “Mr. Morgan dislikes being disturbed. He’s practically acquired the entire building. If we insist on buying apartments next door, it’ll definitely draw his attention. And if he finds out—”

He trailed off, stealing glances at Beth.

Beth shook her head immediately. “Clayton can’t know. Things are finally looking up between us. If he realizes I’m doing this on purpose, he’ll think I’m invading his space.”

“Then, Miss Fletcher, should we abandon the plan?” the butler suggested cautiously.

She scoffed. “Give up? Absolutely not. This is my chance to get closer to Clayton. We’ll adjust. Buy an apartment in the nearby building in that neighborhood. At least that way, I can bump into him naturally.”

Seeing her resolve, the butler bowed his head. “Understood, Miss Fletcher. I’ll make sure Mr. Morgan doesn’t find out.”

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Satisfied, Beth gave a nod.

Meanwhile, Kallie found herself staring at Caitlin’s empty chat window, the few messages unanswered. Frustration gnawed at her, and she eventually sighed.noveldrama

Kallie let it go. Perhaps it was best not to meddle in Caitlin’s life. She resolved to redirect her focus to the upcoming trip that the kids were so excited about. She had preparations to make.

Later that day, Kallie took Elma to visit Linsey.

Linsey no longer lived with the Brooks family but had settled into an upscale neighborhood in But-moos. As Kallie and Elma approached the entrance, a muffled commotion drew Kallie’s attention. A crowd had gathered not far off, their whispers curling through the air. Though curiosity tugged at her, she hesitated. It wasn’t the kind of scene she wanted Elma near. In this circle, every little scandal was fair game for the media—ruthlessly hunted down, twisted, and spun into a spectacle.

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