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

Chapter 85:

“You saw it clearly?” Belinda couldn’t help but chuckle with a hint of sarcasm. “Kylee offered the bowl of soup to me yesterday with both of her hands, one hand cleverly shielding her action from prying eyes. Only she and I knew the truth of the situation.”

Looking directly into Holley’s eyes, disappointment evident, Belinda continued, “I’m your daughter. Don’t you know what kind of person I am? Yet, it seems you’ve chosen to believe Kylee over me…”

She paused, adding gravely, “Mom, this isn’t the first time this has happened.”

“N-No, Belinda, it’s not like that,” Holley stammered, clearly upset.

Holley’s hesitation clearly communicated her inner thoughts. Belinda let out a cold laugh in her heart, though her expression stayed calm. She asked, “This isn’t the only reason you came here to see me, is it?”

“Belinda…” Holley’s voice was gentle as she reached out to clasp Belinda’s hand, her eyes earnest. “I believe you.”

narrowing just perceptibly. She met Holley’s gaze silently. It was apparent to her that Holley wanted to

expected, seconds later, Holley continued, “However, Belinda, you cannot deny that you deliberately poured that soup on Kylee’s hand the second time. That was clearly wrong. Shouldn’t you apologize

behind Holley’s visit this time. What value was there in Holley’s earlier declaration of belief anyway? Disappointment welled

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father or Carola would react to this? Think about Carola! Kylee is her cherished daughter. What do you think will

in Soling since yesterday and was still unaware of the incident. At the mention of Carola, Belinda’s gaze wavered slightly. But after a

wish to

the choice

now both anxious and frustrated,

“That’s enough, Mom! I need to get back to

turned

this—even if you’re not worried about the consequences, what about me? How will I face them? How can I look your father in