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

Chapter 656:

“Let go!” Belinda snapped, her voice cutting through Verena’s pleas. With a forceful motion, Belinda yanked her wrist away.

Verena lost her balance and spun uncontrollably, her body slamming into the wall with a resounding thud.

The force of the movement caused Belinda to stagger as well. Already a bit unsteady from the drinks, she was about to fall when a strong arm slipped around her waist, steadying her.

“Careful,” a deep, smooth voice murmured close to her ear.

Belinda tilted her head, her heart skipping a beat as she saw Lucas’ handsome face so close to hers.

For a brief moment, she froze, her pulse quickening. But she quickly regained her composure, stepping away from his embrace and standing on her own.

“Verena! Are you okay?” Ryan’s alarmed voice shattered the silence.

to Verena’s side, crouching

stood frozen for a moment, looking dazed, as if the impact had knocked the wind out of

took her a second to gather herself, and when she finally turned to face the group,

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Verena was only trying to explain herself, and you wouldn’t listen. Even if you didn’t appreciate her kindness, did you really have to shove

found herself being blamed for the

said, “No, don’t hold Ms. Wright responsible. It was entirely because of my own clumsiness.

his face turning a shade of red with frustration. “How can you say she’s not to blame? Without her pushing you, you wouldn’t

steadfast in her defense of Belinda. “Honestly, Ms. Wright

understanding throughout the

allowed a mocking laugh to escape

sarcasm. “Verena, you’re repeating the same stunt you pulled at Harold’s party. Time for some