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

Chapter 982

Chapter 982:

Belinda remained composed. She met Holley’s gaze and, with a calm yet firm tone, said, “It’s time for you to leave.”

Holley’s composure cracked. Flustered, she scrambled for words. “Belinda, listen to me. I… I wasn’t trying to make things difficult for you. I just… I only wanted…”

Before she could finish, Belinda interjected, “There’s no need to explain. I’ve already called a taxi for you to leave.”

Holley, however, refused to back down. “No! I’m not leaving! You’re my daughter, I have to stay and take care of you!”

A cold voice cut through the tension. “Take care of her? Ms. Lewis, is this what you call taking care of Belinda?”

Bethany stepped into the dining room, her sharp gaze locking onto Holley.

tone toward Holley had shifted—no longer warm. She

Then, as if scrambling for justification, she said, “I was just disinfecting the area! What’s so wrong with

Belinda is a virus? Must you really douse the area in

off, speechless once more. She

evenly, her tone devoid of emotion. “I’m a potential carrier now. Your caution is justified. It’s risky for you to remain here.

Belinda, you must believe me. I simply

“If you won’t leave, then I’ll move into Vera Villas. I’ll stay in

“No, no! That won’t be

further delay, Holley departed

looked at Belinda, her voice gentle.

nodded and went back to her

attempted to console Belinda but faltered, not knowing exactly how to do

her lips into a faint, forced smile and shook her