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?”

Holley with a steady look. “Mom, where are

Belinda. “You know, the Thomas family is seeking business partners

maintained her composure. “I prefer not to get involved in

not suggesting you meddle, just that you could mention it to your godfather. He’d likely listen to your

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

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

fell

Belinda interjected again, “Mom, let’s not

more softly, “Can we focus on enjoying our meal together in

to say something

meal, as Belinda loaded the dishwasher,

It was Harold calling.

“Hello, Harold,” Belinda said.