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

Chapter 282:

“Stand up!” Matias commanded again, his voice cold.

“Verena, just stand up,” Ainslie said softly.

Verena paused for a moment before standing up.

“You are not a direct Adams family member, and therefore, I cannot discipline you,” Matias said.

A look of shock spread across Verena’s face. She was taken aback by Matias’ words. In the past, Matias had always treated her as if she were his own child. It seemed that the incident this time had pushed him to a point where he was ready to reject their familial bond.

Ryan, looking desperate, glanced up and said, “Dad!”

“Silence!” Matias snapped.

pause, he continued sternly, “Did I not explicitly tell you to keep Verena away from Lucas until his divorce was complete? What did you promise me? You agreed quickly, only to do

think I am easily

lowered his

think your silence will make this go away. Today, you’re going

else in the room tensed visibly at his

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his mistake now. Please, spare him this time,” Ainslie implored, her voice laced with desperation as

“Uncle Matias, I beg you, don’t punish Ryan! It’s my fault entirely—he only wanted to help me. If you really want to punish someone for this, you can punish

by their appeals, Matias turned his steely gaze to the butler, Neil Collins, and commanded

off to retrieve the whip, his steps heavy

quiet resignation etched across his face. He understood the futility of pleading—no words could temper his father’s wrath. He knew his

later, Neil reappeared, clutching a thick, ominous horsewhip in