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

Chapter 362:

Once Verena was covered, Lucas finally moved closer to her.

The moment Verena’s tear-filled eyes landed on Lucas, a sob escaped her.

“Lucas…

You are finally here! You saved me!” she cried and reached out for him.

Lucas grabbed her arm before she could throw herself into his.

“You’re okay now,” he said calmly, his voice steady.

Verena’s friend stepped in. “We need to leave now. Verena, can you walk?”

“I… I think so,” Verena whispered, clutching onto her friend for support.

move, her legs buckled. “Verena!” her friend gasped,

shook her head weakly, tears welling in her

Verena’s friend asked, turning to

stepped forward with a nod, but Verena recoiled instantly,

stopped, his expression clouded

trembling, Verena shook her head. “Please… Don’t touch me.

stories are at

silent, the realization

nearly happened to Verena, the thought of being touched by a man was too much for her

friend then turned to look at

her voice sharp despite her weakness. “I’ll manage

gripped her friend’s arm tightly and forced herself

her again, and she

took a deep breath, walked over, and