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

Chapter 647:

“Thank goodness you’re safe,” he said to Belinda, his voice carrying a trace of fear he couldn’t entirely mask.

Belinda lowered her gaze and nodded lightly. Without meeting his eyes, she said softly, “I’m heading inside now. You should leave.”

She turned to go, but Lucas’ voice stopped her.

“Wait.”

Belinda turned to look at him. “Do you want to say anything else?”

Lucas hesitated for a moment and then spoke. “I came in a hurry and forgot to bring anything to drink. Could I trouble you for a glass of water?”

Belinda’s lips tightened as she stared at him. For several seconds, she didn’t say anything. Then, she said, “Follow me.” She turned and walked toward the house.

Lucas’ lips curved into a faint smile as he trailed after her.

as soon as they reached

“Wait here.”

unlocked the door and went inside, leaving Lucas standing

she returned with a chilled bottle of mineral

froze as Belinda handed the water to

That was it?

even going

eat much for dinner. I’m feeling

Belinda’s expression darkened.

exactly what

him a glare. “You should

she

silence, Lucas touched his

no choice, he turned and

The next morning,

Carola’s car, staring blankly out the window. Carola had dragged her along