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

Chapter 373:

Harold paused for a moment, looking intently at Belinda, his tone growing more earnest. “Even if he decides he wants to marry Verena… I won’t stand in his way. Do you understand?”

In reality, Harold’s statement was a tactic intended to frighten Belinda.

He hoped it would prompt her to reconsider the divorce and give her relationship with Lucas another chance.

Belinda’s expression shifted when she heard Harold’s words. She had been ready to say, “Yes, I’ve thought it through.” But suddenly, her voice faltered, and she struggled to speak. Noticing Belinda’s silence, Harold knew his words had struck a chord. He pressed his lips together for a moment and said, “Regarding your decision to attend my birthday tomorrow as a close friend of the Thomas family, I agree. Since you prefer not to reveal your identity just yet, I’ll respect your wishes and keep it a secret.”

Belinda exhaled softly in relief upon hearing that. She nodded gently at Harold. “Thank you, Harold.”

Harold let out a sigh. “Let’s just take a walk together.”

“Okay,” Belinda replied.

Plains General Hospital, in the VIP ward, Verena was on the

“Hello.”

live at

her voice in anger. “What kind of people did you hire? Didn’t you assure me nothing would happen to me? Then why was I

filled Verena with fury. She could barely contain her anger when those vile men had stripped her. Yet, she had had to control her emotions at that time. Showing any inappropriate reaction could lead to suspicions later. So, she had endured and played along, acting like she might really get assaulted. The memory of those repulsive, intrusive hands on her body

the other end of the line, the person responded to Verena’s

you, and you can take the opportunity to act as if you were repulsed by all men, except for him. Doesn’t that achieve two goals at once for you?” the person on the other end of the line

this. She had to admit—this person understood her well. Indeed, she

But…

having those men do that to me, how will Lucas view me? Now that he knows other men have seen my body, aren’t you concerned he’ll reject me out of disdain?” Verena’s voice carried a