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

Chapter 156:

Ryan merely grimaced in response, his thoughts briefly wandering. Verena, picking up on the shift in his mood, suggested cautiously, “Maybe it’s time we keep our distance from Belinda.”

Ryan’s reaction was swift and tinged with bitterness. “You want to give up now? This is just the start. No, we’re not backing down this easily.”

Verena’s voice softened with concern. “It just seems we’ve been at a disadvantage in every encounter with her.”

Ryan’s expression hardened, memories of their past encounters with Belinda flashing through his mind.

He had once been the one to bully Belinda, who had no choice but to suffer in silence. But now, the tables had turned. He let out a derisive laugh. “Don’t worry. Like I just said, this is just the start,” he said to Verena, his eyes narrowing slightly.

Frustration brewed in Ryan as he grappled with his feelings. He hated Belinda, but what he hated more was that he now realized he had feelings for her. Disgusted with himself, he shook off these thoughts and refocused on the conversation. “You’ll see, Verena,” he said, his voice carrying a mix of resolve and bitterness. “Belinda’s days at the Grand Plains General Hospital are numbered. She won’t be so smug for much longer.”

inquired, “What do you

closer, lowering his voice. “Uncle Turner told me that the surgery Belinda is facing is way out of her league. It is almost certain that she will

her eyes flickering with emotions. After a while, she sighed and said, “But every time I see Belinda, I can’t shake off a lingering sense of fear. Just the other day, delivering food to

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her eyes downcast. “What’s the point? It already happened. Besides…” Her voice trailed off. Then, she continued with a somber tone, “She wasn’t entirely wrong in what she said. She and Lucas

quickly countered, his voice firm, “Don’t let her words get to

heart or the nature of your relationship with him. What

doubt, met Ryan’s gaze. “But do you honestly think I still hold that important place in Lucas’ heart?” she asked, her voice barely above

obvious?” Ryan said without a moment’s

within. Ryan, sensing her unease, gently reassured her with a pat on her shoulder, his voice earnest and

his gaze and gave a determined nod. “Alright,