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 they reached

“Wait here.”

went inside, leaving Lucas

with

froze as Belinda handed the

That was it?

even going

his throat, Lucas attempted another approach. “I didn’t eat much for dinner. I’m feeling a bit hungry. Do you have any food at home? Anything will

Belinda’s expression darkened.

exactly what Lucas

eyes, she shot him a glare. “You should go home and eat

Lucas could respond, she slammed the

touched his

with no choice, he turned

The next morning,

passenger seat of Carola’s car, staring blankly out the window. Carola had dragged her along to the blood bank to donate