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

Chapter 478:

After the shock came a wave of agony and betrayal that twisted her features. What had Lucas just told her? He had fallen for Belinda? How could that have happened? How could he have developed feelings for her? Then what about Verena? What significance did she hold for him? What position did she occupy in his heart?

“Lucas, you must be lying to me, right? You’re not telling the truth!” Verena raised her voice, her face contorted with torment.

Lucas, however, remained calm.

He looked at Verena, his voice low and firm. “I would never lie to you about something this serious.”

Last night, when he had seen Morse spike Belinda’s drink, he had been consumed with anger. Since then, the thought of what could have happened if he hadn’t intervened had haunted him. If Belinda had actually drunk the spiked drink…

within him. That was the moment he realized an undeniable truth — he couldn’t bear the thought of Belinda being with anyone else. It was then that he admitted to himself that he was in love

her head vehemently, her eyes beginning to

you’ve always loved! You promised we

responded, “Verena, I admit that I broke my promise to you, and for that, I am truly sorry. But I can’t marry you now.

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Tears streamed down her cheeks, unrestrained,

this state, Lucas remained emotionally detached, his composure unshaken. He recognized his guilt for breaking his promise. Yet, that was the extent of his emotion toward Verena now. The only thing left for him to do

can you simply disregard your promise?” Verena wept, her body trembling

Her world seemed to fade

How had things gotten to this point? How could