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

Chapter 174:

Hearing this, Holley was momentarily speechless, her lips parting but no words emerging.

Belinda continued, “If it eases your mind, then yes, Mom, I don’t blame you for any of this. Just focus on recovering and let go of these thoughts.”

Holley’s face turned a bit red, a trace of embarrassment flickering in her eyes. Over the years, Belinda had realized that Holley was inherently a timid soul, prone to avoiding confrontation. This wasn’t new to her. She had recognized this trait in her mother long ago.

What was there to hold against her mother? This was simply who Holley was. Moreover, even if she blamed her mother for this, what purpose would it serve? Holley was her mother, the one who had raised her. Acceptance was her only real option.

“Belinda…” Holley began, wanting to say something more, but Belinda cut her off.

“Let’s call it a night. You need your rest now. I’ll stay right here with you.”

Belinda quickly finished wiping down the last few spots of Holley’s body and made sure Holley was comfortable in bed.

said nothing more and slowly shut her

Holley throughout the night, and it

of warm soup and ensured she took her medicine. Only then did she feel comfortable enough to return to her room for

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noon, Holley’s voice unexpectedly roused

eyes wearily and propped herself up, asking Holley, “What’s

Holley replied, “No,

your father… He

before adding, “He

with frustration. She responded, somewhat sharply, “Didn’t you tell him I was up

had left Belinda with

mentioned it, but he insisted on talking to you now. He has other commitments later and wants to see

palpable, her anger

me a moment,” she