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

Chapter 152:

“Belinda, you’re here!” Holley greeted her with a bright smile, reaching out to take her hand warmly. “I’ve already ordered. Come, sit down.”

Holley guided Belinda to the table, her eyes narrowing playfully as she said, “It’s been ages since I’ve seen you. Why haven’t you come by to visit me recently?”

“I’ve been swamped with work lately,” Belinda explained, settling into the chair.

Holley gave a slight nod and said, “Yes, I’ve heard the rumors floating around the hospital.” Belinda didn’t respond, her gaze steady.

After a brief pause, Holley hesitated and then asked softly, “Belinda, I have to know—did you really get into the Grand Plains General Hospital because of your connection to the deputy director there?”

A faint, knowing smile touched Belinda’s lips as she met Holley’s eyes. “What do you think?” she asked.

in her gaze. “I honestly don’t

what Holley implied. Even though Holley said she didn’t know,

now. “It’s not that I don’t trust you, Belinda. It’s just… The Grand Plains General Hospital is one of the most prestigious hospitals. Getting in there isn’t easy. Everyone says the doctors there are the best. After

need to explain further. I just want to

you very much,” Holley responded quickly, her voice filled with

where the

sarcastic. “Oh? Is that so? For a moment, I thought you called me here because you heard about my upcoming competition with Kylee. I thought maybe you wanted to

smile deepening with a hint of irony. “But now, I

froze at Belinda’s words, her lips pressed together in an uncertain line. Belinda’s smile faltered as she observed the hesitation in Holley’s

You really came here to tell me to

dismissed from the Grand Plains General Hospital and never be rehired. The consequences are just too severe.” She paused for a moment before continuing, her voice trembling.

and her voice rose, sharp