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

Chapter 821:

“You really just abandoned Verena there?”

Hearing Belinda’s words, Lucas turned sharply to face her, his expression as serious as his tone.

“Belinda, it’s not just when you’re around that I act cold toward her. From the moment she drugged me, any sympathy I had left for her vanished completely.”

His jaw tightened as he added, “I’ve said it before, she’s nothing more than a stranger to me now.”

Belinda felt the weight of his words, and she was moved.

She wouldn’t admit it aloud, but a part of her secretly savored the satisfaction of hearing him say that.

On the surface, though, she kept her composure, and her response was simple.

“I see,” she muttered, her tone unreadable.

more. He started the car and drove her back to

the blink

Belinda had just finished her

glanced at the screen

out a small sigh,

“Hello?”

reads are

Holley’s cheerful voice

cake from the bakery near your hospital. Could you grab me

added hesitantly, “But, uh, if you’re too busy, forget

Belinda didn’t hesitate.

after my shift and bring it to you

Holley chuckled warmly.

“Thanks, my dear daughter.”

felt a flicker of disgust at the words