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.”

gaze turned icy. “If you’re aware of that, then maybe you should shut your

at Belinda, having

seat, observed Belinda with a casual demeanor, narrowing his eyes slightly. His eyes betrayed nothing, but he didn’t miss

she was here to greet them? That was

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to rouse Verena. “Miss Reed, wake

Go away… I don’t want anyone else! Lucas… Lucas… I

incoherent muttering left little doubt about her intoxication.

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

with a light shrug. “I hope you can understand this, Mrs. Clark. Once she has slept it off,

couldn’t help but let out a laugh. The absurdity of Ryan’s words was too

Belinda a questioning look, silently seeking

met her gaze, his dark eyes calm and unreadable. He leaned back slightly, looking