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.

shut behind Harold, and the room fell

between Belinda and Lucas seemed to grow

say anything, Belinda broke

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

take care of your own matters. I’ll

know if you need

words. “Didn’t you hear what Harold just said?” he asked in an icy

myself, Mr. Clark. If Harold asks about this, I’ll just tell him that you were indeed

she said that. However, her nonchalance

staring at her long enough

suddenly, his lips curled into a faint

in a low voice, “What