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

Chapter 45:

Ryan’s eyes flickered with a sharp awareness at Belinda’s question. He wondered if she was truly interested in Lucas.

With a thoughtful nod, he replied quickly, “Yes, Verena, my cousin, was Lucas’ girlfriend and remains the love of his life.”

Belinda smiled slightly. “But I’ve heard rumors that Lucas is married already, and… His wife isn’t your cousin.”

Ryan’s expression darkened instantly. “Lucas’ wife? She’s nobody—overweight, with an ugly birthmark on her face.”

Lucas married her solely to protect my cousin. When Verena returned three years ago, Lucas sought a divorce immediately. Yet, his wife was too cunning and escaped overseas. Otherwise, Lucas and Verena would have been reunited in marriage by now. Lucas has assured Verena that they will marry immediately after he divorces that woman.”

the bond between Verena and Lucas. They are bound

her fork tightening. Though she had carried the weight of this knowledge for three years, hearing it repeated

his eyes and continued, “Moreover, there was another

raised her gaze to

tales you love are

Ryan explained, “Originally, Lucas’ father had chosen a lady from the esteemed Perez family, one of the most prominent families among the elite, for Lucas to marry. Marrying Miss Perez would have devastated Verena. Miss Perez’s beauty and distinguished background would have made Verena feel overshadowed and insecure about losing Lucas’ affection. Thus, by marrying the lesser-known daughter of the Wright

drained. Her throat constricted, making each swallow painful. Internally, she derided the extremes Lucas had gone

Thomas, are you

the depth of Lucas’ affection for Verena. His

were true. Her heart throbbed with a slow, relentless pain as she struggled to calm her emotions. Managing a forced smile, she said, “That’s odd. If Lucas cherishes Verena