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

Chapter 163:

“Well, you can’t blame me for saying that!” Lillie said. “The change in her appearance is just so drastic.”

Just then, Baker clapped his hands to call their attention. “All right, now that everyone’s here, let’s head to the dining room to eat.”

“Okay.” The group went to the dining hall and took their seats.

They were halfway through dinner when Madonna suddenly turned to Belinda with a smile. “I heard from your dad that you have close ties with the Thomas family now. Is that true?”

Belinda raised an eyebrow slightly at the question, her voice smooth as she responded, “Yes, that’s true.”

The moment Madonna heard this, a bright smile spread across her face. “Perfect! The Thomas family has a project now, and they’re looking for business partners. Albin’s company is very interested in that project. Why don’t you speak with Mr. Thomas and ask him to work with Albin? After all, we are family.”

Belinda’s lips curled into a quiet sneer. So, that was the real reason for this dinner.

defense of her, which was rare, and her sudden shift in

illegitimate daughter of Baker, had never been more than

with a favor to ask, Madonna was willing

it first on

Aunt Madonna, but

furrowed her brows, frustration flashing across her face. “What do you mean? You’re practically like a daughter to the Thomas family, aren’t you? That makes us all family. Besides, it’s just

the Thomas family’s business matters. I truly can’t help you with this. Please, Aunt Madonna, don’t make things difficult

soured immediately, and her voice dripped with sarcasm. “As expected, people often change when they move up in the world.

silent, her gaze calm

need to

Belinda ignoring

“Baker, do you have nothing to say