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

Chapter 390:

Neither Harold’s nor Belinda’s expressions changed.

At that moment, Norma intervened, saying, “Harold, dismissing her now might lead others to suspect wrongdoing on our part, which could further damage Belinda’s image. Let’s cut her pay for six months as a warning to her and the other maids.”

Harold looked at Norma, catching the signal in her glance. His eyes briefly flickered as he understood her intent. Composing himself, he addressed the maid sternly. “You will forfeit six months’ wages. Let this be your last warning. Repeat this, and there will be no leniency!”

“I understand! Such a mistake won’t occur again! Thank you for your forgiveness, Mr. and Mrs. Clark. Thank you, Belinda,” the maid responded hastily, her voice filled with gratitude.

For someone employed at the prestigious Clark family’s estate, losing half a year’s salary was a harsh penalty. Yet, it was a sacrifice she could accept to maintain her position here.

“Alright, you can leave now,” Harold said, dismissing her with a wave of his hand, clearly impatient.

“Yes, sir.” The maid left swiftly.

to Belinda. He was about to speak when Belinda said, “Harold, Norma, I’m quite exhausted.

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inwardly, he felt a sense of resignation. With these developments,

and made her way out of the living room, heading to the upper

faced Norma, his voice tinged with suspicion. “Do you think there is something

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