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

Chapter 31:

After hanging up, Belinda stepped out of the room. Despite Holley’s offer to cook, Belinda did not let her enter the kitchen. Instead, Belinda prepared the lunch herself.

As they sat down to eat, Holley expressed her pleasure, saying, “I can’t remember the last time I had your cooking, Belinda. Your cooking skills are as good as always.”

“Then have a little more,” Belinda said with a smile.

“Okay, I will.” Holley returned the smile and then raised another topic, looking intently at Belinda. “So, you’ve formally recognized Santino and Mollie as your godparents, right?”

“That’s right,” Belinda responded nonchalantly.

Holley continued, “I heard the Thomas family has just purchased some land for a resort development project?”

a steady look. “Mom, where are you going

at Belinda. “You know, the Thomas family is seeking business partners for the new venture.

composure. “I prefer not to get involved in the Thomas family’s

just that you could mention it to your godfather. He’d likely listen

suddenly scoffed. “Is this coming from Dad? Did he ask you

cut her off, saying, “Tell him I won’t mention the matter to Mr. Thomas. If Dad is really interested in partnering with the Thomas family,

face fell slightly.

again, “Mom, let’s not discuss this further,

focus on enjoying our meal together

was about to say something but eventually chose

Belinda loaded

It was Harold calling.

“Hello, Harold,” Belinda said.