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.

more and slowly shut

to Holley throughout the night,

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

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Holley’s voice unexpectedly roused

herself up, asking

her head, Holley replied,

father…

a moment before adding, “He wants to speak

responded, somewhat sharply, “Didn’t

left Belinda

has other commitments later and wants

frustration was palpable, her anger nearly spilling

me a