His unwanted wife, the world’s coveted genius by Derk Blaylock

Chapter 22:

With a forced chuckle, Belinda responded, “Harold, isn’t that a little over the top?”

Immediately, Harold adopted a pitiful look. “I’m just feeling a bit lonely and thought it’d be nice if you and Lucas could keep me company more often. Is that unreasonable?” He embodied the image of a dejected elder now.

Both Lucas and Belinda didn’t know what to say.

With a heavy sigh that carried a tone of resignation, Harold continued, “Never mind, I understand. Young people like you wouldn’t want to stay with an old fellow like me. It’s okay; a bit of solitude won’t harm me—”

Unable to bear such words from Harold, Belinda quickly interjected, “Harold, I’ll move back here to keep you and Norma company.”

She only said she would move back, not mentioning Lucas. Moreover, she had planned to discuss her impending divorce from Lucas with Harold the following day, meaning her return to the Clark family home would be brief.

her words, Harold’s demeanor transformed as he beamed

brow furrowed. He was clearly displeased by

became serious. “Is it really so burdensome for you to spend time with an

yes. Mom’s missing you, too,” Norma chimed in, giving Lucas a meaningful

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Harold, Lucas seemed to have thought of something and eventually gave

immensely. “Excellent! Hooper has already prepared your room. It’s getting late; perhaps you should rest for the

Lucas scowled

maintaining her composure, headed straight for

everything

slipped into her loungewear and

Belinda in bed, scoffed, “Belinda, me sharing this bed with you is out of the question. You might as well forget