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

Chapter 406:

Had he found out about something?

Though her mind raced, Verena’s expression remained composed.

She nodded and replied, “Yes! What’s wrong, Lucas? Do you…?”

“Do you think I’m lying?”

Lucas remained silent, his gaze intense as he studied Verena closely.

It felt as though he was peering deep into her very soul.

Verena’s hand balled into a fist under the blanket.

herself to stay

any proof that Belinda hadn’t

just testing

this, she began

few seconds, Lucas

reaction, he found no reason to doubt

lips again,

have known each other for many years. By now, you must have realized that the one thing I despise most

now

of stillness, he allowed a cold, mocking chuckle to escape his lips. His voice was laced with danger as he spoke again. “Anyone who has ever deceived me has never come out unscathed. So…” Lucas turned his penetrating gaze back on Verena. “Don’t even think

but an invisible weight seemed to emanate from him. Verena felt as if a heavy

to stop herself

expression calm, and nodded slightly. “Of course, I know, Lucas. You can trust

slightly. After a brief pause, his brow unfurled,

glanced down at Verena, and said, “Get some rest.” Without another word, he turned and walked out of the ward. This time, Verena didn’t attempt to stop