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

Chapter 515:

She had sought closeness out of a deep-seated yearning, only to expose herself to potential hurt.

As these thoughts swirled in her mind, Belinda regained her composure, her expression calm as she replied, “He’s your cousin, not mine.” With that, she turned to leave.

“Belinda,” Kylee called out, grabbing her arm to stop her.

With a smug smile, Kylee said, “I know you’ve always admired Lyle and Mitchell and envied me for having their affection and protection. But remember, they’re my family, not yours.”

Belinda shook off Kylee’s hand, faced her squarely, and asked in a steady tone, “Is that why you’re here? Just to flaunt your cousins?”

Kylee’s smile faltered as she shook her head. “No, I just want you to see how my cousins will react when I’m hurt.”

brow furrowed in confusion. Before she could respond, Kylee posed a hypothetical question: “If Lyle thought

Kylee slapped

watched in shock, but it didn’t take long for

a chill settling in her voice. “Kylee, have you lost

your imagination

now visibly red from the force of the slaps. Still smiling, she said to Belinda, “Do you think Lyle will believe I did

She then covered her face with her hands, adopting a wounded look,

dramatic exit, Belinda scoffed

her head and exited the restroom, making

cousins, her eyes were welling with tears, and

his

someone hurt

murmured, shaking her head