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

Chapter 831:

Belinda fell silent for a moment before finally conceding with a nod.

“Alright, I’ll come back in the afternoon.”

Harold’s demeanor softened instantly.

“That’s better. Off you go now. Be careful on your way back.”

“Okay,” Belinda replied.

Belinda returned to the Cardiac Surgery Department, completed her rounds, handed over her responsibilities, and submitted a leave request for two days for Turner’s approval.

Typically, Turner would have made things difficult for Belinda.

had been injured while saving Belinda and had been rushed to the hospital. Recognizing the reason for Belinda’s leave request, Turner refrained from causing any trouble for her.

home, Belinda went directly to the staff lounge to

didn’t sleep long, waking before noon. After quickly refreshing herself, she made her way back to Lucas’ ward. Upon arrival,

partially in his hospital bed with a cushion supporting his back, avoiding pressure on his injured lower back. Seeing Belinda enter the room brought a flicker of brightness

you manage to get some rest?” Harold inquired

await

Belinda smiled faintly.

I took a nap in the

Harold sighed with resignation.

and asked gently, “How are you

better; though the wound still hurts a bit,” Lucas replied softly as

perfectly normal for it to hurt once the anesthesia wears off.” As she spoke, Belinda gracefully settled into the chair beside him. Watching Lucas closely, she felt a wave of hesitation wash over her. She wanted to say something to Lucas, but

afternoon before they finally decided to

door clicked shut behind them,