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

Chapter 154:

At Belinda’s words, Holley’s eyes widened in shock, a flicker of disbelief crossing her features. “Belinda, you… You…”

But after a moment of stunned silence, Holley quickly regained her composure, her voice softening. “Belinda, I said you didn’t have to do that. Just do whatever you feel is right.”

Belinda’s expression remained cool and unwavering. “I’ve already given my word, and I’ll keep it.” She paused for a beat and then continued, her tone steady, “You’ve gotten what you wanted now. Whether or not we finish this meal doesn’t matter anymore. I’m heading back to the hospital now. You can stay here and enjoy your lunch.”

With that, she stood up, ready to leave.

“Belinda!” Holley’s voice caught as she reached out and grabbed Belinda’s wrist. Looking up at Belinda with pleading eyes, she said, “I’ve missed you so much. Please, stay and have lunch with me.”

Belinda didn’t spare Holley a glance.

I’m not in the mood to have lunch with

Holley’s hand away, picked up her bag, and

but Belinda didn’t respond, her heart set. She

the car, Belinda sank into the driver’s seat, resting her head back against the headrest as she closed her eyes, the weight of the day pressing down

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harsh with the woman who had given her life. Despite the anger that occasionally consumed her, memories of Holley’s tenderness toward her

the caller ID, and instantly, her eyes lit up. Without a second thought, she swiped to

“Belinda.”

greeted Belinda on the other end of

you coming to Owathe? You’ve been traveling for so long. Are you back in

Lewis, her grandmother, offering to bring her to Owathe. But Kenia had been

cheerfully. “When will you come to Owathe then? I’ll come to pick you up,” Belinda said, a