Hear My Love Again
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Ariel, the stepdaughter of a wealthy family, is coerced into marrying Markus, a rising political star and California Congressman, whom she has admired since childhood. She replaces her stepsister, who escapes from her own arranged marriage to Markus. On their wedding day, Ariel becomes deaf due to the emotional shock of Markus’s indifferent remarks. Three years later, during a kidnapping incident, Ariel miraculously regains her hearing, only to overhear Markus coldly dismissing her plight as a hoax. Secretly, she maintains the guise of being deaf and, using a voice-altering device, poses as a kidnapper to demand a divorce from Markus… Can their love, long buried beneath layers of silence and misunderstanding, find its voice again?
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My Review
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Reveal the reviewAnother unexpected watch! I was just scrolling on DramaWave, and before I knew it, I was hooked.
While the hidden wife trope isn’t new, this story stands out because the female lead is deaf, rather than mute. That simple difference made for a more compelling and emotional journey.
The Leads:
Ariel – A loving wife who married Markus out of love, but for him, it was just a contract. After an incident left her deaf, she was neglected and mistreated by Markus, his family, and even her own. But when she miraculously regains her hearing, it’s time for payback.
Markus – A power-hungry politician who only cares about his career. He kept Ariel hidden under the excuse of “protecting her,” but deep down, it seemed like he was ashamed of her. When Ariel was kidnapped, he barely even reacted—until she escaped and started fighting back.
Revenge & Redemption:
The moment Ariel regains her hearing, she flips the script. I loved watching her stand up for herself and make Markus suffer a little—because, honestly, he deserved it. Only after she pushes for divorce does Markus finally show his true feelings. But even then, he’s terrible at expressing love!
When Markus finally discovers that Ariel can hear, their first real conversation is a game-changer. She finally gets to tell him everything he put her through, and you can see the weight of his guilt. He slowly starts acting like a real husband, but honestly? A part of me still can’t forgive him.
The Parents – The Real Villains:
Instead of the usual drama queen villain, this story gave us horrible parents. Both Ariel’s mother and Markus’s adoptive parents treat her like an object—and Markus does the same. It’s no excuse, but his cold upbringing definitely explains why he never learned how to love properly.
The Truth About Their Marriage:
One of the biggest plot twists? Ariel wasn’t just a replacement. Markus chose to marry her over Claire! If he had feelings for Ariel all along, why did he treat her so terribly? He could have just been honest. Instead, he spent years neglecting the woman he secretly loved.
The Stalker – A Hidden Threat:
Just when Ariel starts taking control of her life, a new danger emerges. The man who kidnapped her isn’t just some random criminal—he’s Daniel, someone she once considered a friend. But in reality, Daniel had been stalking her for years, waiting for the right moment to strike.
His hatred isn’t just for Ariel—it’s for Markus. Daniel was supposed to be adopted by Markus’s family, but they chose Markus instead, leaving Daniel to suffer a terrible life. Now, he blames Markus for stealing everything from him, and he’s determined to make him pay. Even after Ariel escapes, Daniel isn’t done—he keeps threatening her, proving that the nightmare is far from over.
Final Thoughts:
Despite my frustration with Markus, I loved Ariel’s revenge arc. The slow-burn redemption made for a great watch, even if Markus took way too long to change. In the end, I’m glad they worked things out, but I can’t help but think—why couldn’t he just be a good guy from the start?!