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

Chapter 609:

Lucas, however, frowned immediately, displeasure flashing across his face. He was unhappy that Verena had brought up the matter.

Belinda let out a brief, humorless laugh. Verena wanted to have a meal with Lucas and her? She clearly had ulterior motives.

Belinda looked at Verena. “No need for that. I doubt I’d have an appetite dining with you, Miss Reed.”

Without waiting for a reply, she walked away.

Lucas followed her without a word.

Verena’s expression faltered as she watched them leave. Belinda’s quick strides betrayed her irritation. Verena’s words had struck a nerve, leaving her simmering with anger.

in her thoughts, Belinda didn’t notice the small figure darting toward her— a

could react, Lucas grabbed her, pulling her

Lucas’s broad chest. She could hear the steady, rhythmic beat of

regained her composure, hastily pulling

rushed over, her voice apologetic. “My son wasn’t watching

favorite stories

boy. “Apologize

little boy lowered his head, his voice

giving the boy a kind smile. “It’s alright.

that, she straightened up and

Ryan, standing beside her, shifted

for Verena’s arm, gently tugging her out of her daze. Verena blinked, snapping out of her thoughts, and reluctantly followed him back to their private room. Her steps were unsteady,