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

Chapter 428:

Harold waved her off with a dismissive hand. “I don’t trust your promises at all. It’s already settled. If you don’t want Lucas here, I’ll keep an eye on you myself. Is that what you want?”

Belinda’s shoulders slumped in defeat. “Harold…”

“Enough,” Harold said in a tone that brooked no argument. “I’m heading out now. Lucas will stay here with you.”

Then, he stood up and turned to look at Lucas. “Lucas, I’m leaving her in your hands. If anything happens to her, I’ll hold you accountable.”

Harold turned on his heels, leaning lightly on his cane as he prepared to leave.

“Harold!” Belinda called after him, trying to protest one last time.

But Harold didn’t even glance back, merely waving a hand in a casual farewell as he exited the room.

Harold, and the room fell into

between Belinda and Lucas seemed to grow heavier, charged with

anything,

in a calm voice, “Mr. Clark, there’s no need for you to stay here

of your own matters.

me know if you need further

darkened at Belinda’s words. “Didn’t you hear what Harold just

Harold asks about this, I’ll just tell him

she said that. However,

sharp, penetrating gaze, as if staring at her long enough would grant him access to her

his lips curled

low voice, “What