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

Chapter 725:

Without hesitation, she reached for the bottle of whisky.

“Verena! Are you out of your mind? Don’t act rashly!” Ryan exclaimed, scrambling to stop her, his face etched with concern.

But Verena straightened her posture defiantly, declaring with righteous conviction, “Ryan, don’t stop me! Since Ms. Wright insists, I will proceed! I’m not someone who reneges on their promises.”

Deep down, however, Verena had a hidden agenda. She genuinely hoped that Belinda would make things difficult for her. That way, Lucas could witness the kind of person Belinda truly was! From the intensity in Verena’s gaze, Ryan quickly discerned her intentions. Reluctantly, he ceased his attempts to stop her.

Verena grasped the bottle, pouring herself a full glass before gulping it down in one swift motion. One glass after another disappeared down her throat. Before long, she had drunk three glasses of whiskey.

However, after that initial burst of courage, her pace began to slow. It took her about three minutes to finish the next glass. She swayed slightly as she drank, feigning intoxication.

drinking, your stomach won’t be able to handle it!” Ryan quickly

worry about me! I… I can

𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐬.𝐜𝐨𝐦

utterly helpless, Ryan turned his desperate gaze toward Lucas. “Lucas! Speak to Verena!

Ryan said that, everyone turned to Lucas, their eyes fixed on him, eager

his deep-set eyes betraying no

moment of silence, Lucas parted his thin lips and spoke in a calm tone. “Didn’t Verena say she’d

face froze in disbelief. “Lucas,

complexion grew even paler, and her grip on the glass tightened. Soon, she could no longer maintain her composure. Her body gave out, and she suddenly collapsed onto the floor with

are you okay?” Ryan gasped in shock as he rushed to

bloodshot and wild as she exclaimed, “Who are you? Leave me alone… Don’t touch me! Where’s Lucas? I