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

Chapter 499:

In truth, just now, a small crack had formed in her guarded heart. Perhaps the warm and affectionate atmosphere had momentarily clouded her judgment. She had almost agreed to Lucas. Thankfully, Ryan’s call had snapped her back to reality. Lucas was still Lucas—the man who always placed Verena first. That hadn’t changed at all.

Once again, she had been left alone. The only difference was Lucas’ half-hearted offer to bring her along. In hindsight, the brief flicker of hope in her chest felt foolish and absurd.

She picked up her fork again and resumed eating in silence. The food was so delicious; it would be a waste not to enjoy it.

Thirty minutes later, Belinda finished her meal and stepped out of the restaurant. She decided that a walk might do her some good. Her steps were unhurried as she walked down the street. Her spirits weren’t high, but they weren’t as low as she had braced for. After all, she had seen this coming already. Wasn’t it always this way?

And Verena’s so-called suicide attempt? Belinda knew all too well that it was just a ploy

mess no longer had anything to do

at the firm grip holding the cloth in place. But before she could react further, a powerful arm snaked around her

“Oh no!” The cloth

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eyes narrowed as she held her breath and drove her elbow sharply backward. Her attacker grunted as the force of the blow

clamped around her neck, cutting off her breath. The choking grip was immediate and unrelenting. Desperately, Belinda clawed at the arm tightening around

groaned, his grip momentarily loosening before tightening with renewed ferocity. Belinda’s face soon turned crimson as she struggled for air, the pressure stifling any chance for her

Wasting