The substitute bride is a mute novel Chapter 29

Judy nodded at Clark's question, causing him to frown.

The room resembled a shabby study rather than a proper bedroom for a lady. A wall of bookshelves filled with books, an old desk, and a folding single bed in the corner made up the entire room.

Considering the Blake family's wealth, who would have thought that Matthew would let Judy live in such a place?

However, Matthew could allow Judy to marry into the Reid family. This already indicated that this mute illegitimate daughter of his truly held no place in his heart. Judy was just a tool to him.

Judy looked at Clark anxiously, unsure of how he would react.

But Clark merely stood in front of a shelf, casually pulling out a book. He asked nonchalantly, "What did Matthew say to you when we were downstairs?"

Judy's heart sank, and she shook her head hesitantly.

"Nothing?" Clark raised his head, his eyes extremely cold. "Then, what are you holding?"

The moment these words fell, Judy's mind buzzed, and she involuntarily took a step back. The package clutched in her palm was almost soaked with sweat.

He'd seen it.

Clark didn't approach her, but the way he stood still made him even more terrifying. Those unperturbed eyes were like an abyss, a deathly gaze to doom anyone.

After remaining locked in a stalemate., Judy finally stretched out her hand. Her shoulders trembled slightly as she slowly opened her palm to show him.

This was her instinct to survive.

With a creak, the door suddenly opened.

Jenna opened the door and entered, her face plastered with a sweet smile. "Clark, I brought you some fruit."

A trace of impatience flashed across Clark's face. "Thank you," he calmly responded.

"You're welcome. Make yourself at home," Jenna said, carrying the tray in.