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

Chapter 93:

Bethany, unimpressed, snorted and replied, “Who knows if she is really drunk or just putting on an act?”

“You—” Ryan started, his irritation evident, but he stopped short. He knew better than to push Bethany too far, given her identity.

Before the tension could escalate, Lucas’ low, emotionless voice cut through the air. “What are you doing here?” he asked Belinda.

Belinda met his gaze with calm composure. “I just noticed someone I know and thought I’d come over to say hello.”

Ryan, seizing the chance, spoke before Lucas could reply. “Well, now that you’ve done that, you can leave.”

Belinda turned her head lazily, fixing Ryan with a pointed look. “Whether I leave or stay is up to me. Why are you trying to interfere here?”

Ryan was rendered at a loss for words for a moment, his expression darkening as frustration flared in his eyes. With a cold laugh, he retorted sarcastically, “Well, well, looks like your newfound status really has emboldened you! Mr. Thomas’ goddaughter is indeed not to be trifled with.”

icy. “If you’re aware of that,

glared at Belinda, having nothing

leaning back in his seat, observed Belinda with a casual demeanor, narrowing his eyes slightly. His eyes betrayed nothing, but

was here to greet them? That

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Bethany walked toward Verena, her patience wearing thin. She reached out, attempting to rouse Verena. “Miss Reed, wake up now. You should let go

slapped Bethany’s hand away, groaning, “Don’t touch me! Go away…

cheeks and incoherent muttering left little doubt about her intoxication. Her eyes were closed; it seemed like she really

explain, “My apologies. Verena gets clingy when she is drunk. She just happened to be

with a light shrug. “I hope you can understand this, Mrs.

Belinda couldn’t help but let out a laugh. The absurdity

questioning look, silently seeking her next

briefly with Lucas’. Lucas met her gaze, his dark eyes calm and unreadable. He leaned back slightly,